Businesslikeness

/ˈbɪznəsˌlaɪknəs/ noun

The quality of being businesslike; efficiency, professionalism, and practical focus without wasted time or emotion.

From 'businesslike' (adjective: 'like a business person') plus '-ness' (abstract noun suffix). Traces back to 'business' from Old English.

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