Plodder

usgb/ˈplɑːdər/
noun

A person who works slowly and steadily.

Despite being a plodder, John always completes his work on time.
Visual representation of "plodder" - A person who works slowly and steadily

Often appears as...

  • hard-working plodder
  • slow plodder
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Consistency

Use 'plodder' to appreciate someone's consistent effort, even if they're not fast.

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She might take longer than others, but she's a plodder and always gets the job done.
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Endurance

'Plodder' highlights someone's ability to persist in work or study over long periods.

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As a plodder, James never rushed his assignments but always completed them.
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Not Negative

'Plodder' can be positive or neutral, not necessarily suggesting laziness but patience.

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Our team's plodder, Anna, is thorough and avoids making mistakes.
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