high-maintenance

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Synonyms: high maintenance

Antonyms: high maintenance

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Adjective

1. {{lb|en|of a system}} Requiring a high degree of [[maintenance]] to ensure proper functioning, and without which it is likely to break down.
2. {{lb|en|figuratively|pejorative|of a person}} Requiring a lot of [[attention]] or [[reassurance]]; emotionally needy

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