undemanding
|un/de/mand/ing|
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/ˌʌndɪˈmændɪŋ/
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/ˌʌndɪˈmɑːndɪŋ/
easy-going
Etymology
Etymology Information
'undemanding' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'demanding', which comes from the Latin 'demandare', meaning 'to entrust'.
Historical Evolution
'demanding' evolved from the Latin 'demandare' through Old French 'demander', eventually becoming the modern English word 'demand'. The prefix 'un-' was added to form 'undemanding'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'demanding' meant 'to entrust', but over time it evolved to mean 'requiring much effort'. 'Undemanding' thus means 'not requiring much effort'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not requiring much effort or attention.
The job is relatively undemanding, allowing for a good work-life balance.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35