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Workish

Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective

Meaning

Characteristic or typical of work; relating to work..

Definitions by Sense

  1. Characteristic or typical of work; relating to work.
  2. (British, dialectal) Fond of work; diligent; industrious.

Example Sentences

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.
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.

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What does workish mean?

Workish means Characteristic or typical of work; relating to work..

What is a synonym for workish?

Common synonyms include worklike, worky.

What is the opposite of workish?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use workish in a sentence?

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.

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