TEDIOUS Synonyms: 151 Similar and Opposite Words

tedious

adjective

ˈtē-dē-əs

Definition of tedious

as in boring

causing weariness, restlessness, or lack of interest a long and tedious staff meeting

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Recent Examples of tedious But, the report sheds light on how increasingly capable AI models can expedite the once-tedious task of aggregating and analyzing large volumes of publicly available data. — Lauren Fichten, CBS News, 16 Sep. 2026 Your tact and tedious approach benefit you greatly today, Virgo. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 16 Sep. 2026 However, the fluidity of his exploration is hardened early on, thanks to a tedious focus on hitting the same beats with little variety or escalation. — Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 13 Sep. 2026 This can make arranging the tray feel more like a fun creative project than a tedious organizing one. — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tedious

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Adjective

As people outsource more of their thinking to software, the business world grows more homogeneous, risk-averse, predictable and, frankly, boring.

— David Farbman, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026
My very boring father’s record collection suddenly came alive.

— Kristin Robinson, Billboard, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of boring

Adjective

Because mRNA technology bypasses the slow process of growing viruses in eggs, mRNA manufacturing allows for later influenza strain selection and fast production, unlike traditional vaccines.

— Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 2 Oct. 2026
After his sudden death in 1960, Olivetti began a slow decline and was eventually broken up and merged with a telecommunications company.

— E. Alex Jung, Vulture, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of slow

Adjective

Gently Scrape It Off Once the wax has fully hardened, use a dull tool, like as a butter knife or hard plastic spatula, to gently lift it off the fabric.

— Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2026
No stranger to the brand’s lineup (hey, Ginseng Essence Water and Revive Serum), ginseng is a key ingredient in this formula, helping to brighten dull skin, boost circulation, and provide all the calming vibes.

— Sarah Han, Allure, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of dull

Adjective

And in storm-weary Hawaii, there’s the potential for catastrophic flooding from a growing Hurricane Nolo.

— John Raby, Chicago Tribune, 25 Sep. 2026
These short and intentional pauses from your tasks have been clinically proven to offer your weary brain a boost.

— Cheryl Fenton, Flow Space, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of weary

Adjective

The 30-year-old actress, who was named the Chinese brand ambassador for Kors last March, made her acting debut at 10 and has played numerous roles in historical, fantasy and romantic dramas.

— Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
The backstory Wynn Las Vegas opened in 2005 on the site of the old Desert Inn, with Encore following in 2008; the big move was pulling spectacle inside instead of giving it away free at the curb.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of old

Adjective

This East of Eden is a gorgeous production, deliberately stark and vast and dusty rather than lushly floral like the 1955 film.

— Kathryn VanArendonk, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2026
In one, a dark-haired man played the Camille Saint-Saëns song on a dusty violin while a ballerina in a fanlike feathery skirt danced the part of the swan.

— Tom Drury, Harpers Magazine, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of dusty

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