Synonyms for

Drudgery

Verb / ˈdrʌdʒɜ:i: / Another word for drudgery — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

hard, unpleasant, or boring work

Synonyms & similar words

grind plodding donkeywork toil labor tedium chore grind work slog routine tediousness monotony boredom dullness tedium hardship backbreaker gruntwork slavery struggle sweat workload

Example sentences

  1. Cleaning the house can be drudgery.
  2. I hate the drudgery of doing homework every day.
  3. Many people have to do drudgery jobs to make a living.
  4. The drudgery of washing dishes made her tired.
  5. He complains about the drudgery of his office job.

Quotes

  • The drudgery of existence is captured by the clock.
  • Drudgery is as necessary to call out the treasures of the mind, as harrowing and planting those of the earth.
  • Drudgery is the price we pay for success.

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