Synonyms for

Grueling

Verb / ˈgru:ɪlɪŋ / / ˈgru:lɪŋ / Another word for grueling — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

extremely tiring and demanding

Synonyms & similar words

gruelling operose heavy backbreaking laborious hard arduous punishing toilsome exhausting taxing demanding arduous difficult challenging punishing strenuous wearying fatiguing draining wearing sapping enervating debilitating oppressive crushing onerous burdensome troublesome

Example sentences

  1. The hike up the mountain was grueling and took all day.
  2. The final exam was a grueling test of stamina and focus.
  3. The athletes trained for months for the grueling competition.
  4. The construction workers endured the grueling heat of the summer sun.
  5. The soldiers went through a grueling boot camp to prepare for combat.

Quotes

  • The grueling work of today is the transformation of tomorrow.
  • The grueling challenge of life is to find your own voice and make it heard.
  • The grueling path to success is paved with determination and hard work.

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