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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In some cases these fees are justified and align management with investors — originating and managing private investments is inherently more time-consuming than trading stocks or bonds.

From MarketWatch

The author has had multiple Freedom of Information requests rejected, including on the grounds that it would be too time-consuming for government departments to go through the volume of information.

From BBC

AI is able to take on some time-consuming work such as processing data, implementing detailed instructions, or writing basic reports and communications, tasks which are often associated with first-job roles.

From BBC

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

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