Definition of exacting
English to English adjective - having complicated nutritional requirements; especially growing only in special artificial cultures
Fastidious microorganisms.
Certain highly specialized xerophytes are extremely exacting in their requirements.
source: WordNet 3.0 - Oppressive or unreasonably severe in making demands or requiring the exact fulfillment of obligations; harsh; severe.
source: Webster 1913 adjective satellite - severe and unremitting in making demands
An exacting instructor.
A stern disciplinarian.
Strict standards.
source: WordNet 3.0 - requiring precise accuracy
An exacting job.
Became more exigent over his pronunciation.
source: WordNet 3.0
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