businesslike
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4.3
- adjective
- /ˈbɪznəsˌlaɪk/
:
profesional
- In order to get the project done on time, we need to adopt a more businesslike approach to our meetings.
- businesslike approach
- businesslike manner
- more businesslike
It's a mess, but they're proudly modeling themselves on organizing their bureaucracy in a businesslike manner.
- It's a mess, but they're proudly modeling themselves on organizing their bureaucracy in a businesslike manner.
- You can see that the in in all of those things, craft and being businesslike are the same.
Examples
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He was very businesslike, very cordial to deal with.
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I just wanted to say how much I admire your businesslike attitude.
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"Now," I said in my most businesslike voice, "what things do you have to get done today?"
Fiction book (1998) -
"Now what can I do for you?" Her businesslike manner put Jack on his guard.
Fiction book (1998) -
Because they are seeking advice from a technical expert, they may expect a businesslike manner.
Academic text (1997) -
But business should be transacted in a businesslike manner.
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Her hair is done up in a businesslike style; she wears a jacket and carries a briefcase.
Fiction book (1990) -
With them was a trim, businesslike woman introduced as Ms. Hinkle, the hospital's head of public relations.
Fiction book (1995) -
Everything concerning Kirsten Springs is gotta be treated in a businesslike manner and dealt with through the proper channels.
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Seth, taut and businesslike, stands by a blown-up map of the Cafe Alonzo area.
Fiction book (1997)
Synonyms
3
6.1
Showing skilled, practical work but without creative style
Antonyms
How Professional
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Businesslike combines business (from 'busy', meaning active or working) and -like ('similar to'), so it paints the picture of someone acting as if they are at work. That's why businesslike means calm, focused, efficient and professional.