time-consuming
1 of 1adjective/ˈtaɪmkənˌsjuːmɪŋ/
Forms:more time-consuming,most time-consuming
1
(of an activity, task, or process) taking up a significant amount of time, and therefore requiring a considerable amount of effort or patience
- The process of renovating the old house was extremely time-consuming, taking several months to complete.
- Preparing for the annual audit can be time-consuming, requiring meticulous attention to detail.
- She found the paperwork to be time-consuming and tedious, often taking up her entire day.
- Learning a new language can be time-consuming, but the reward of fluency is well worth the effort.
- Cooking a gourmet meal from scratch is a time-consuming task, but it results in a delicious and satisfying experience.