Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
difficulty
noun
/ˈdɪf.ɪ.kəl.ti/
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Definition
The state or condition of being hard to do, understand, or deal with.
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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.
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Meaning
Difficulty refers to a challenge or problem that makes something hard to achieve or understand.
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Synonyms
- challenge
- obstacle
- hardship
- struggle
- complication