Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
laboured
adjective
/ˈleɪbəd/

Definition
Performed with great effort or difficulty.

Examples
- The laboured movements of the athlete showed the strain of the competition.
- She gave a laboured explanation that made it clear how hard she was trying to convey her point.

Meaning
The term ‘laboured’ refers to tasks that require a significant amount of physical or mental energy, often suggesting that the effort is not easy and may be exhausting.

Synonyms
- difficult
- strenuous
- arduous
- effortful