punishing
9 synonyms and 1 antonym for punishing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Extremely harsh, demanding, or exhausting.
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Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
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How to use punishing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
punishing schedule
punishing pace
punishing workout
Frequently asked questions
What does “punishing” mean?
The word “punishing” means extremely harsh, demanding, or exhausting. In plain terms, very demanding or gruelling.
How do you pronounce “punishing”?
“Punishing” is pronounced PUH-nih-shihng (/ˈpʌnɪʃɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “punishing” in a sentence?
Here is “punishing” used in a sentence: “They kept up a punishing training schedule before the Olympics.”
What part of speech is “punishing”?
“Punishing” is an adjective.
Is “punishing” a common word?
“Punishing” is an uncommon word in modern English.
