Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

toilsome

Adjective
/ˈtɔɪl.səm/
Definition
Characterized by hard and continuous work; laborious or exhausting.
Examples
  • The toilsome journey through the mountains left the hikers exhausted.
  • He found the toilsome task of digging the garden both challenging and rewarding.
  • Students often find exam preparations to be toilsome, yet necessary for success.
Meaning
Toilsome refers to activities or tasks that require a lot of effort and are often tedious or difficult. It describes work that is tiring and demands significant physical or mental exertion.
Synonyms
  • arduous
  • laborious
  • demanding
  • strenuous
  • hard