/eksiˈxente/
#4729 of 5,000 Core 5000
Translation
demanding, strict
Word origin
From the present participle of Latin exigere ('to demand, drive out'), from ex ('out') plus agere ('to drive').
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- exigere
- English cognates
- exigent, exact
Grammar
Masc pluralexigentes
Examples
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Our teacher is very strict about homework.
paladar cualquier .
She has a fussy palate and does not eat just anywhere.
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The new boss is demanding, but also fair.
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Why are you so demanding of yourself?
requiere mucha .
It is a demanding job that requires a lot of concentration.
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