Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
travail
noun
/trəˈvæl/
Definition
The exertion of physical or mental effort; toil.
Examples
- She underwent great travail during the project, but the results were worth it.
- The family’s travail was evident as they worked long hours to build their business.
- His life was filled with travail, yet he always found a reason to smile.
Meaning
Travail refers to hard work or effort, especially involving suffering or difficulty.
Synonyms
- struggle
- labor
- toil
- effort
- hardship
