Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
plied
verb
/plaɪd/
Definition
to work at something diligently or steadily; to apply oneself to a task
Examples
- He plied with enthusiasm at his studies to achieve good grades.
- She plied her craft as an artist, creating beautiful pieces every day.
- The team plied hard during the project’s development phase.
Meaning
The term ‘plied’ often describes an action of applying or engaging in something repeatedly or with energy.
Synonyms
- worked
- labored
- studied
- engaged