Businesslike
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Businesslike is an adjective meaning Methodical and efficient, in a way that would be advantageous to a business or businessperson.
Meaning
Methodical and efficient, in a way that would be advantageous to a business or businessperson.
More Meanings
- Earnest and practical without being distracted or enthusiastic.
Example Sentences
The gunners stood by the guns waiting, and the ammunition waggons were at a business-like distance.
Then, with a businesslike rigor, he grasped the outstretched palm of Casey DeSantis, Florida’s first lady.
Further along, the road passes a low E-shape of red-brick estate buildings, obviously modern, yet all of a piece with this sensible, attractive and businesslike village.
Word Forms
- business-like
Synonyms for businesslike
Depending on context, synonyms include earnest, focused, matter-of-fact, efficient, purposeful.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include efficient, purposeful, earnest, methodical, professional, vocational.
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