taxed
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
describing money, goods, or income that you must pay a part of to the government.
subject to a government levy or compulsory financial contribution.
Simple“The price you see on the shelf is the taxed amount, so there are no extra costs.”
In context“The accountant explained that the taxed income from the inheritance would be significantly lower than the gross amount initially reported.”
- 02 C1 Advanced
feeling very tired or worn out because something was very difficult to do.
metaphorically depleted or strained; having one's physical or mental resources pushed to their limit.
Simple“After the long and difficult meeting, he felt completely taxed.”
In context“The surgeon emerged from the twelve-hour operation looking visibly taxed, his usual composure replaced by a weary silence.”
“They will now be taxed at the standard VAT rate of 21 percent.”