easy
Sorting the tiny beads was tedious.
What does Tedious mean?
boring or tiring because it takes too long.
Dictionary definition
Tedious describes something that is boring, slow, or tiring because it takes a long time or repeats the same kind of work.
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The tedious task became easier when the class divided the work.
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Editing a long report can feel tedious, but careful checking improves the final writing.
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What does tedious mean?
Tedious means boring or tiring because it takes too long.
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Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to tedious?
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WordTedious.
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MeaningTedious means boring or tiring because it takes too long.
ExampleExample: Sorting the tiny beads was tedious.
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- Syllables
- tee · dee · us
- Strongest beat
- tee
- Ending
- us
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on tee.
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Synonyms
Words like Tedious
boringNot interesting or exciting.
tiresomeTiring because it feels long or repetitive.
monotonousRepeating in a dull, unchanging way.
Antonyms
Opposite words
excitingInteresting and full of energy or interest.
interestingAble to hold attention or curiosity.
livelyFull of energy or movement.
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Tedious word family
Base word
tedious
adjective
tedious
Boring or tiring because something is long or repetitive.
adverb
tediously
In a slow, boring, or repetitive way.
noun
tedium
The feeling of boredom from something long or repetitive.
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