Meaning & use
Workmanlike
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Competently and skillfully done, without being exceptional or inspired.
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The carpenter did a workmanlike job repairing the fence.
Her performance was solid and workmanlike rather than dazzling.
A note on using this word
Often used to describe work that is reliable and professional but not brilliant or inspired.
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