Tedial

Pronunciation: /ˈtiːdiəl/

Definitions of tedial

adjective describing something as boring or monotonous

Example Sentences

A1 The tedial task of sorting through the mail was boring but necessary.

A2 The tedial process of data entry required great attention to detail.

B1 The tedial nature of the job made it difficult to stay focused for long periods of time.

B2 The tedial paperwork involved in the project was time-consuming and monotonous.

C1 The tedial administrative work required a high level of organization and patience.

C2 The tedial task of proofreading the manuscript was tedious but essential for accuracy.

Examples of tedial in a Sentence

formal The tedial process of data entry requires great attention to detail.

informal I can't stand the tedial task of organizing paperwork.

slang This job is so tedial, I'm bored out of my mind.

figurative The tedial nature of his speech made it difficult to stay awake.

Grammatical Forms of tedial

• past tense: tedialized
• plural: tedials
• comparative: more tedial
• superlative: most tedial
• present tense: tedials
• future tense: will tedial
• perfect tense: have tedialized
• continuous tense: is tedialing
• singular: tedial
• positive degree: tedial
• infinitive: to tedial
• gerund: tedialing
• participle: tedialized

Origin and Evolution of tedial

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'tedial' originated from the Latin word 'taediosus' meaning tedious or tiresome.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'tedial' has retained its original meaning of being boring or monotonous, but it may also be used in a more colloquial sense to describe something that is excessively detailed or overly complex.