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exacting Antonyms

Opposite of exacting

Because the opposite of exacting shifts with each meaning, the 10 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Making great demands on one's skill, attention, or resources; requiring extreme care, effort, and precision.

Usage Example

"Restoring centuries-old oil paintings is an undemanding process that requires immense patience and a steady hand."

Strongest
undemanding
easy
Strong
effortless
light

• adjective (Context 2)

Having or imposing very strict, rigorous, and high standards (of a person, rule, or requirement).

Usage Example

"The symphony conductor was known as an lenient mentor who noticed even the slightest mistimed note during rehearsals."

Strongest
lenient
lax
Strong
easygoing
permissive
indulgent
tolerant

Similar words to exacting

Words similar to exacting shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

demanding
stringent
rigorous
strict
taxing
uncompromising
scrupulous
fastidious
See all synonyms of exacting

• Nearby Words

exacerbate
exacerbation
exact
exacting
exactingly
exactitude
exactly

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Exacting. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/exacting
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