Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ordeal
noun
/ɔrˈdil/
Definition
A difficult or painful experience, often one that tests a person’s endurance or character.
Examples
- After surviving the ordeal of the storm, the townspeople came together to rebuild their homes.
- Going through a lengthy trial was an emotional ordeal for the family.
Meaning
An ordeal refers to a challenging situation that someone goes through, often involving significant hardships.
Synonyms
- trial
- test
- hardship
- affliction
