Industrious

a.	1.
	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.

Adj.	1.	industrious - characterized by hard work and perseverance Synonyms: hardworking, untiring, tireless
	2.	industrious - working hard to promote an enterprise Synonyms: gumptious, up-and-coming, energetic

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