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Arduous

Verb / ˈɑ:rdʒu:ʌs / Another word for arduous — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

requiring great effort; difficult

Synonyms & similar words

toilsome punishing laborious straining heavy hard grueling backbreaking strenuous operose gruelling challenging demanding exhausting grueling hard hectic laborious onerous taxing tough trying burdensome difficult formidable ardent strenuous troublesome wearisome onerous backbreaking

Example sentences

  1. The marathon was an arduous challenge for the runners.
  2. The student found the math problem to be arduous.
  3. Cleaning the entire house in one day was an arduous task.
  4. The hikers had to climb an arduous path to reach the summit.
  5. The long journey was arduous but worth it in the end.

Quotes

  • The most arduous task is to be what we are by nature.
  • The path to success is arduous, but don't give up.
  • The arduous task of understanding oneself is the greatest achievement.

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