Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

personal-hardship

noun
/ˈpɜːrsənl ˈhɑːrdʃɪp/
Definition
A significant struggle or difficulty that an individual faces in their personal life.
Examples
  • She faced a personal hardship when she lost her job and had to support her family on a limited budget.
  • His personal hardships taught him valuable lessons about perseverance and strength.
  • Many people have overcome personal hardships to achieve their dreams.
Meaning
Personal hardship refers to challenges that impact a person’s emotional or physical well-being, often requiring resilience and adaptation to overcome.
Synonyms
  • struggle
  • adversity
  • difficulty
  • trouble
  • misfortune