industrious (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈdʌstriəs/

Definition

Diligent and hardworking, especially in a consistent and systematic way.

Examples

• The industrious students spent hours in the library preparing for their final exams.

• Her industrious nature allowed her to finish the complex project ahead of schedule.

• Despite the challenges, the team remained industrious, putting in extra effort to meet the deadline.

Synonyms of industrious

Words with a similar meaning to industrious:

• hardworking
• diligent
• assiduous
• sedulous

Antonyms of industrious

Words with the opposite meaning to industrious:

• lazy
• idle
• indolent

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