taxing
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for taxing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Mentally or physically demanding; exhausting.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use taxing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
physically taxing
a taxing schedule
Etymology
From the verb tax, plus -ing.
Full origin of taxing →Frequently asked questions
What does “taxing” mean?
The word “taxing” means mentally or physically demanding; exhausting. In plain terms, draining or exhausting — something that puts you under a lot of strain.
How do you pronounce “taxing”?
“Taxing” is pronounced TAK-sihng (/ˈtæksɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “taxing” in a sentence?
Here is “taxing” used in a sentence: “It had been a long, taxing day at work.”
What part of speech is “taxing”?
“Taxing” is an adjective.
Is “taxing” a common word?
“Taxing” is an uncommon word in modern English.
