taxing (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈtæksɪŋ/

Definition

Requiring a great deal of effort, energy, or mental strain; demanding.

Examples

• The long hours and complex problems made the project particularly taxing for the team.

• She found the emotional demands of caring for her elderly parents to be quite taxing.

• Despite the physically taxing nature of the climb, the view from the summit was worth it.

Synonyms of taxing

Words with a similar meaning to taxing:

• demanding
• strenuous
• arduous
• onerous

Antonyms of taxing

Words with the opposite meaning to taxing:

• easy
• simple
• undemanding

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