Synonyms of exacting
8 similar words
Another word for exacting is demanding. Other synonyms of exacting are pernickety.
Synonyms and similar words for exacting
adjectiveMaking great demands; difficult to satisfy.
- demandingMaking great demands in terms of quality, quantity, accuracy or other criteria; difficult to satisfy.
adjectiveOf an action, task, etc., requiring precise accuracy, great care, effort, or attention.
- niggly
- pernicketyFussy; paying undue attention to minor details; fastidious.
adjectiveOf a person or organization, characterized by exaction.
- acquisitive
- extortionate
- graspingGreedy, eager for wealth.
- money-grubbingFiercely avaricious for money.
- rapacious
Meaning of exacting
- adjective Making great demands; difficult to satisfy.
- adjective Of an action, task, etc., requiring precise accuracy, great care, effort, or attention.
- adjective Of a person or organization, characterized by exaction.
Questions about synonyms of exacting
- What is another word for exacting?
- Exacting has 8 synonyms on Word.ws, such as demanding and pernickety.
- What does exacting mean?
- Exacting means making great demands; difficult to satisfy.
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