tiresome
/ˈtaɪəsəm/ · /ˈtaɪərsəm/
CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #6745 in the learning path
令人厌烦的
Definitions
adj. Annoying or boring, especially because something continues too long.
令人厌烦的
Example
Sorting these tiny screws is such a tiresome job.
把这些小螺丝分类真是件烦人的差事。
Repeated administrative checks can become tiresome for teachers and reduce the time available for lesson preparation.
反复的行政检查会让教师感到厌烦，并压缩备课时间。
Collocations
- a tiresome task
- become tiresome
- tiresome repetition
Word family
- tire (v.)
- tired (adj.)
- tiring (adj.)
- tirelessly (adv.)
Synonyms
- annoying
- tedious
- irritating
Antonyms
- enjoyable
- engaging
Usage tip
tiresome令人厌烦；tiring令人疲劳。
FAQ
- What does tiresome mean?
- Annoying or boring, especially because something continues too long.
- How is tiresome pronounced?
- UK /ˈtaɪəsəm/, US /ˈtaɪərsəm/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
