1. a belief in the moral benefit and importance of work and its inherent ability to strengthen character.
Examples from the web for work ethic
- Stella, whose tireless work ethic makes him an omnivore of source materials and images, didn't stop with smoke rings.
- People value their strength as well as their work ethic.
- The government is leery of generous handouts, fearing they might undercut the work ethic while burdening taxpayers.
- Exasperating the ordinary word officer, who expects enlisted words to demonstrate clarity, brevity and work ethic.
- He's got great makeup and character, a great work ethic.
- His humility, earnestness, professionalism and work ethic are woven into the fiber of this team.
- People who are naturally kind, empathetic and curious, along with having a strong work ethic.
- Too often, he said, they have a poor work ethic and lack mental toughness.
- When she mentions growing up and getting a job during a grammar lesson, she teaches the work ethic.
- First of all, growing up on a farm, you learn quickly the value of a good work ethic.
British Dictionary definitions for work ethic
noun 1. a belief in the moral value of work (often in the phrase Protestant work ethic)
Contemporary definitions for work ethic