demanding
/dɪˈmɑːndɪŋ/ · /dɪˈmændɪŋ/
CEFR level B2Topic WorkWord #3720 in the learning path
费力的；要求高的
Definitions
adj. Requiring considerable effort, skill, time, or attention.
费力的；要求高的
adj. Expecting a great deal of attention or effort from others.
苛求的；难以满足的
Example
After a demanding shift, I fell asleep on the bus.
忙完一班累人的工作后，我在公交车上睡着了。
Physically demanding jobs may require additional safety measures to protect workers from injuries and long-term health problems.
体力要求高的工作可能需要额外的安全措施，以保护劳动者免受伤害和长期健康问题的影响。
Collocations
- physically demanding
- mentally demanding
- demanding job
- demanding customer
Word family
- demand (v.)
- demand (n.)
- undemanding (adj.)
Synonyms
- challenging
- exacting
Antonyms
- undemanding
- easy
Usage tip
修饰任务指费力；修饰人指要求高、难满足。
FAQ
- What does demanding mean?
- Requiring considerable effort, skill, time, or attention. Expecting a great deal of attention or effort from others.
- How is demanding pronounced?
- UK /dɪˈmɑːndɪŋ/, US /dɪˈmændɪŋ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
