tedious
word
Definition
Something that is tedious is very boring and takes a lot of time or effort to complete, often because it is repetitive or dull.
Usage & Nuances
Used mostly in formal or written English. Common collocations: 'tedious task', 'tedious job', 'tedious process'. Often suggests not just boredom, but also time-consuming effort. Do not confuse with 'boring' (general), as 'tedious' emphasizes repetitive or drawn-out aspects.
Example Sentences
Filling out all these forms is so tedious.
basic
The lecture was long and tedious.
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Copying this text by hand would be tedious work.
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I quit the project because the tasks were just too tedious to handle every day.
natural
Sorting all those files turned out to be more tedious than I expected.
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Even with music on, cleaning the garage feels tedious after a while.
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