Industrious
Pronunciation : In*dus"tri*ous
Part of Speech : a.
Etymology : [L. industrius, industriosus: cf. F. industrieux. See Industry.]
Definition : 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.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913