Word: Industry

Pronunciation

/ˈɪndəstrē/

Definitions

• Noun: The production of goods or services within an economy, typically on a large scale involving many processes and organized effort. It can also refer to a specific sector or branch of such activity, e.g., the automobile industry or the entertainment industry. Example: “The technology industry has seen rapid growth in recent years.”
• Noun (figurative): The quality or state of being diligent, hardworking, and efficient in one’s work or pursuits. Example: “She demonstrated remarkable industry in completing her project ahead of schedule.”

Phrases

• “Heavy industry”: Refers to industries that involve large-scale manufacturing or resource extraction, often with high capital intensity.
• “Light industry”: Relatively less capital-intensive industries, usually producing consumer goods or involving fewer raw materials.
• “Industry standards”: Norms, guidelines, or protocols widely accepted and adhered to within a particular business or industrial sector.

Example Sentences

• Noun (economy): “The government implemented policies to boost the competitiveness of domestic industries.”
• Noun (figurative): “His tireless industry was the key to his success in the field.”

Synonyms

• Manufacturing
• Production
• Sector
• Business
• Trade
• Enterprise
• diligence
• hard work
• industriousness
• productivity