Unscramble taxing

Definition of taxing

adjective:

• not easily borne; wearing; "the burdensome task of preparing the income tax return", "my duties weren't onerous; I only had to greet the guests", "a taxing schedule". Synonyms: burdensome, onerous.

verb:

• levy a tax on; "The State taxes alcohol heavily", "Clothing is not taxed in our state". Synonyms: tax.
• set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine). Synonyms: assess, tax.
• use to the limit; "you are taxing my patience". Synonyms: task, tax.
• make a charge against or accuse; "They taxed him failure to appear in court". Synonyms: tax.

Related words

excise, overtax, surtax, tariff.

Words nearby

taking, taping, waxing.

Rhymes with

relaxing, relaxing, waxing.