Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the-devils-own
idiom
/ðə ˈdɛvəlz oʊn/
Definition
A term used to describe something that is of the utmost difficulty or challenging to handle, often associated with trouble or mischief.
Examples
- She had a the-devils-own time trying to fix the car.
- Parenting can sometimes feel like the-devils-own task when the kids misbehave.
- He approached his project like it was the-devils-own challenge, tackling every obstacle with tenacity.
Meaning
This phrase implies that a situation or task is so troublesome that it feels almost as if it were sent by the devil himself, highlighting the level of challenge or negativity involved.
Synonyms
- hellish
- arduous
- formidable
- daunting
