Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
backbreaking
Adjective
/ˈbækˌbrɛkɪŋ/
Definition
Extremely strenuous or difficult, often referring to labor that requires a lot of physical effort, leading to great fatigue or strain.
Examples
- After a long day of backbreaking work in the fields, he could barely move.
- The backbreaking load of bricks was too much for one person to carry alone.
- Many athletes undergo backbreaking training to prepare for competitions.
Meaning
The term describes tasks or activities that are so demanding that they can cause significant physical strain or exhaustion.
Synonyms
- arduous
- strenuous
- grueling
- exhausting
- demanding
