exacting
0 antonyms and opposites of exacting, grouped by meaning.
Adjective — Demanding a lot from people; hard to satisfy.
How to use exacting
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
exacting standards
exacting boss
exacting work
Etymology
From exact + the suffix -ing.
Full origin of exacting →Frequently asked questions
What does “exacting” mean?
The word “exacting” means demanding a lot from people; hard to satisfy. In plain terms, very demanding — of a person, job, or standard.
How do you pronounce “exacting”?
“Exacting” is pronounced ihg-ZAK-tihng (/ɪɡˈzæktɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “exacting” in a sentence?
Here is “exacting” used in a sentence: “Her exacting boss checked every report line by line.”
What part of speech is “exacting”?
“Exacting” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “exacting” have?
“Exacting” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: demanding a lot from people; hard to satisfy.