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industriousness
/ɪnˈdʌstriəsnəs/
hardworking nature
Her industriousness was evident in the way she managed multiple projects without missing deadlines.
The quality of working hard and efficiently is shown by her ability to handle several tasks on time.
formal
The quality of being diligent and hardworking; dedication to work or tasks.
The company values industriousness above all other traits in its employees.
The organization prioritizes a strong work ethic and dedication in its workforce.
His industriousness led to rapid promotions and increased responsibilities.
His consistent hard work and effort resulted in faster career growth and more tasks.
Often used in professional or academic contexts to describe someone who consistently puts effort into their work.
Collocations
demonstrate industriousnessshow hard work and dedicationreward industriousnessacknowledge and compensate hard work
Pro Tip
Avoid redundancy
Do not pair 'industriousness' with redundant adjectives like 'great' or 'exceptional.' It already implies a high level of dedication. Instead, use it to describe a consistent trait, e.g., 'Her industriousness is commendable.'
Gold Rule
Formal tone
Use 'industriousness' in formal contexts such as resumes, academic essays, or professional evaluations. It sounds more sophisticated than 'hard work' but should not be overused.
Word Origin
From the adjective 'industrious' (1590s), meaning 'skillful, clever, diligent,' which derives from the noun 'industry' (1560s), originally meaning 'skill, cleverness, diligence' from Latin 'industria' (diligent activity, assiduity, skill). The suffix '-ness' is added to form an abstract noun indicating the state or quality of being.
Usage Notes
Industriousness is a formal term often used in professional or academic writing. It emphasizes consistent effort and dedication rather than occasional bursts of productivity. Avoid using it in casual conversation where simpler terms like 'hard work' or 'being productive' may suffice.
Word Breakdown
industrious
diligent and hardworking
root-ness
suffix forming an abstract noun indicating quality or state
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