Definitions

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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The process to build Venice Dell has been extraordinarily contentious — even in a state where development is often time-consuming and litigious.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Nuclear plants historically have been expensive and time-consuming to build.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Though time-consuming, it can detect 95% of cancers and a similar percentage of high-risk polyps.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

Longer journeys use additional fuel, making it more costly and time-consuming for those involved in the sale of the ships' cargo.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

This “fixed-station” survey method was an accurate way to map the river, but it was time-consuming.

From "Death on the River of Doubt" by Samantha Seiple

time-consuming

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