English dictionary
exacting
/I/g'z/&/kt/I//N/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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having complicated nutritional requirements; especially growing only in special artificial cultures
ExamplesCertain highly specialized xerophytes are extremely exacting in their requirements.
Synonyms fastidiousAntonyms unfastidiousSource: WordNet 3.0
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Oppressive or unreasonably severe in making demands or requiring the exact fulfillment of obligations; harsh; severe.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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severe and unremitting in making demands
ExamplesAn exacting instructor.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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requiring precise accuracy
ExamplesAn exacting job.
Synonyms exigentSource: WordNet 3.0