English · Adjectives

hard-working

ˌhɑːrdˈwɜːrkɪŋ

[ˌhɑːrdˈwɜːrkɪŋ]

putting in great effort

Beginneradjective

Definition

Working with energy and commitment; diligent.

Example

She is a hard-working and reliable employee.

She is a hard-working and reliable employee.

Etymology

Compound of 'hard' and 'working'.

How & Where It’s Used

Describes a diligent, industrious person.

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