Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

demandingness

noun

/dɪˈmændɪŋnəs/

Definition

The quality of being demanding or requiring a lot of effort or attention.

Examples

The demandingness of her job left her with little time for leisure activities.
Students often face the demandingness of their coursework during exam season.
His demandingness in relationships can make it hard for others to meet his expectations.

Meaning

Demandingness refers to the characteristic of being exacting or hard to satisfy. It often implies that someone or something places high expectations or standards on others.