Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

difficulty

noun
/ˈdɪf.ɪ.kəl.ti/
Definition
The state or condition of being hard to do, understand, or deal with.
Examples
  • She faced many difficulties while learning a new language.
  • Despite the difficulty of the task, they completed it on time.
  • His difficult upbringing shaped his character.
Meaning
Difficulty refers to a challenge or problem that makes something hard to achieve or understand.
Synonyms
  • challenge
  • obstacle
  • hardship
  • struggle
  • complication