B1 — Intermediateadjective
laborioso
hardworking, industrious
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
diligenteoperosolavoratorezelanteinstancabile
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
pigroindolentefannulloneoziososvogliato
Usage note
'Laborioso' is formal and slightly literary. 'Diligente' emphasises care and attention. 'Operoso' is literary (actively productive). 'Zelante' suggests eager dedication. 'Instancabile' (tireless) highlights endurance.
Example
"Gli italiani del nord sono noti per essere molto laboriosi."
"Northern Italians are known for being very hardworking."
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