taxing

American  

[tak-sing] / ˈtæk sɪŋ /

adjective

1. wearingly burdensome.

   the day-to-day, taxing duties of a supervisor.

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taxing British  

/ ˈtæksɪŋ /

adjective

1. demanding, onerous, and wearing

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Other Word Forms

• taxingly adverb
• untaxing adjective

Etymology

Origin of taxing

First recorded in 1790–1800; tax + -ing ²

Example Sentences

“Recognizing the taxing power’s unique importance,” the Framers gave Congress alone “access to the pockets of the people.”

From Slate • Feb. 20, 2026

But the focus, said Councilmember Bob Blumenfield, was closing illegal businesses, not taxing them.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2026

It moved social media’s focus from what you did to what you’re doing, Begg said, ultimately leading to the more performative and more taxing relationship many young people have with their online selves today.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 29, 2026

Set a taxing 272 to win thanks to 93 not out from Kusal Mendis, the tourists were given a platform by a much-needed 62 from Ben Duckett and a typically classy 61 by Joe Root.

From BBC • Jan. 22, 2026

Even so, most say they oppose the government’s taxing the assets a person leaves at death.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times

Related Words

• demanding
• disturbing
• onerous
• stressful
• tedious
• troublesome
• trying