time-consuming

[tahym-kuhn-soo-ming] / ˈtaɪm kənˌsu mɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

slow

Synonyms

STRONGEST

dull gradual low moderate sluggish stagnant stiff tame tedious

STRONG

delayed detained down hindered impeded lingering off prolonged protracted reduced slack

WEAK

backward behindhand belated conservative dead dilatory draggy inactive long-delayed long-drawn-out overdue sleepy tardy uneventful unproductive unprogressive unpunctual

Antonyms

STRONGEST

active bright exciting interesting lively violent wild

WEAK

busy cognizant hurried intelligent on cue on time quick rapid ready smart waiting

Example Sentences

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These are time-consuming and often thankless jobs for a friend.

From MarketWatch

“That could be a very time-consuming, cumbersome and expensive process,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times

Kaiser says AI could save employees from tedious, time-consuming tasks such as taking notes and paperwork.

From Los Angeles Times

But progress has been slow, Martin says, because the process is labour-intensive and time-consuming.

From BBC

It’s time-consuming and complicated work vital not just to people, but history.

From Los Angeles Times