Workish
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Workish is an adjective meaning Characteristic or typical of work; relating to work.
Meaning
Characteristic or typical of work; relating to work.
More Meanings
- (British, dialectal) Fond of work; diligent; industrious.
Example Sentences
However, Jack commented in his diary that the retreat was “not too workish, but then most occasions minimum on labor these days,” work being a component of all early Kirkridge retreats.
If you are attending a professional affair, then your dress must be toned down; even a smart pant ensemble will suffice. You may look more “workish,” but what comes out of your lips should be no different than that at a party.
Word Forms
- work-ish
Synonyms for workish
Depending on context, synonyms include worklike, worky.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include worky, working, working-class, officelike, workly, laboural.
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