In·dus·tri·ous a.
1. Given to industry; characterized by diligence; constantly, regularly, or habitually occupied; busy; assiduous; not slothful or idle; -- commonly implying devotion to lawful and useful labor.
Frugal and industrious men are commonly friendly to the established government. --Sir W. Temple.
2. Steadily and perseveringly active in a particular pursuit or aim; as, he was negligent in business, but industrious in pleasure; an industrious mischief maker.
Industrious to seek out the truth of all things. --Spenser.
-- In*dus*tri*ous*ly, adv. -- In*dus*tri*ous*ness, n.
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industriousness
n : persevering determination to perform a task; "his diligence
won him quick promotions"; "frugality and industry are
still regarded as virtues" [syn: diligence, industry]