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taxing Synonyms
Another word for taxing
Choosing another word for taxing that fits your sentence is easier when synonyms and similar words are paired with an exact adjective definition and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Physically or mentally demanding; requiring great effort, endurance, or patience.
Usage Example
"Caring for a newborn while working full-time proved to be a deeply demanding experience for the new parents."
Strongest
demanding
exhausting
Strong
arduous
strenuous
onerous
grueling
burdensome
draining
trying
exacting
Opposites of taxing
The opposite of taxing shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
effortless
easy
undemanding
relaxing
light
simple
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Taxing. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/taxing