noun

taskmaster

TASK-mast

Taskmaster (noun) means someone who assigns work to others and expects it to be done, often demanding or strict about it. Example: “Her old manager was a real taskmaster who never let deadlines slip.”

noun

Someone who assigns work to others and expects it to be done, often demanding or strict about it.

"Her old manager was a real taskmaster who never let deadlines slip."

"He gained a reputation as a hard taskmaster on set."

How to use taskmaster

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA strict boss or supervisor who pushes people to keep working.

Common pairings

hard taskmaster cruel taskmaster

Word forms

taskmasters plural

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Etymology

A compound of "task" and "master."

Rhymes for taskmaster

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Frequently asked questions

What does “taskmaster” mean?

The word “taskmaster” means someone who assigns work to others and expects it to be done, often demanding or strict about it. In plain terms, a strict boss or supervisor who pushes people to keep working.

How do you pronounce “taskmaster”?

“Taskmaster” is pronounced TASK-mast (/ˈtæskˌmæstɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “taskmaster” in a sentence?

Here is “taskmaster” used in a sentence: “Her old manager was a real taskmaster who never let deadlines slip.”

What part of speech is “taskmaster”?

“Taskmaster” is a noun.