industrious
/ɪnˈdʌstɹi.əs/
Group 18Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Diligent and hard-working GRE
Example in Context
The industrious intern completed tasks so efficiently that the firm offered her a full-time position weeks before her internship ended.
Synonyms
hard-workingdiligentbusy
Etymology
Characterized by diligence and hard work.
- industria (Latin) — diligence
Memory Aid
👷Sounds like “in dust, you us”
When you’re IN DUST, YOU’RE US(ually) working hard to get things done!
Visual Association
🔨A busy beaver building a dam, representing diligent and industrious behavior.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “industrious” mean on the GRE?
industrious (adjective) means “Diligent and hard-working”. The industrious intern completed tasks so efficiently that the firm offered her a full-time position weeks before her internship ended.
How to remember “industrious” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “industrious” sounds like “in dust, you us”. When you’re IN DUST, YOU’RE US(ually) working hard to get things done!
What are synonyms for “industrious”?
Common synonyms: hard-working, diligent, busy.