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
