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difficult

UK
/ˈdɪf.ɪ.kəlt/
US
/ˈdɪf.ɪ.kəlt/

Translations

difficultadjective
more difficult
Comp.
most difficult
Super.
UK
/ˈdɪf.ɪ.kəlt/
US
/ˈdɪf.ɪ.kəlt/
The exam was difficult, and many students struggled to finish it on time.
L’examen était difficile, et beaucoup d’étudiants ont eu du mal à le terminer à temps.
Additional translations
pénibleSe dit d’une personne ou d’une situation qui pose problème ou est agaçante.
Synonyms
formidable
strenuous
demanding
arduous
tough
hard
challenging
laborious
complicated
complex
Antonyms
easy

Definitions

difficultadjective
Not easy to do, understand, or deal with; requiring much effort or skill.
The exam was difficult, and many students struggled to finish it on time.
Characterized by causing problems or challenges; hard to manage or please.
The difficult customer demanded a refund despite the store's clear policy.
Unwilling to cooperate or agree; stubborn or unyielding.
He can be difficult when it comes to changing his routine.
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