Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
trying
adjective
/ˈtraɪ.ɪŋ/
Definition
Making an effort to do something, often in a challenging or difficult manner.
Examples
- It has been a trying week for everyone involved.
- His trying attitude made the project more difficult than necessary.
- Through trying times, we must remain resilient.
Meaning
The act of attempting to accomplish or achieve something, usually with considerable effort or struggle.
Synonyms
- demanding
- challenging
- strenuous
- difficult
- exhausting
