in*dus"tri*ous*ness
Webster's Dictionary (GCIDE)
Industrious \In*dus"tri*ous\, a. [L. industrius, industriosus: cf. F. industrieux. See Industry.] [1913 Webster]
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. [1913 Webster]
Frugal and industrious men are commonly friendly to the established government.— Sir W. Temple.[1913 Webster]
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. [1913 Webster]
Industrious to seek out the truth of all things. --Spenser. -- In*dus"tri*ous*ly, adv. -- In*dus"tri*ous*ness, n. [1913 Webster]
industriousness \in*dus"tri*ous*ness\ n. persevering application; habitual and diligent occupation with productive activity.
Syn: diligence, industry. [WordNet 1.5]