taskmaster — a person who assigns and supervises tasks, especially in a demanding or strict manner
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who assigns and supervises tasks, especially in a demanding or strict manner
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈtæskˌmæstər/
Example Sentences
- The coach was such a taskmaster that players nicknamed him 'The Drill Sergeant.'
- She's a real taskmaster when it comes to homework - no excuses allowed!
- My personal trainer is a taskmaster who makes me do 100 push-ups even when I'm crying.
taskmaster
NOUN[/ˈtæskˌmæstər/]
a person who assigns and supervises tasks, especially in a demanding or strict manner
Strict supervisor demanding hard work
Even the strictest taskmaster can face disaster!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
This compound word emerged in the 16th century from the combination of 'task' (work, assignment) and 'master' (owner, ruler). Originally denoting an overseer who assigned work to slaves or servants, the term has evolved to describe any strict supervisor or demanding leader.
Breakdown
task (work, assignment) + master (one who commands or controls). The compound combines a noun denoting labor with an agent noun indicating authority or expertise.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The coach was such a taskmaster that players nicknamed him 'The Drill Sergeant.'”
“She's a real taskmaster when it comes to homework - no excuses allowed!”
“My personal trainer is a taskmaster who makes me do 100 push-ups even when I'm crying.”
“The project manager turned into a taskmaster as the deadline approached.”
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