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Definition/Meaning

(adjective)

complicated and difficult, posing several problems;

e.g. Their scabrous questions left her dazed and confused.

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Similar Words

Abstract

Abstruse

Burdensome

Catchy

Complex

Complicated

Delicate

Demanding

Difficult

Exacting

Hard

Importunate

Inconvenient

Intricate

Involved

Onerous

Oppressive

Painful

Problem

Recondite

Serious

Stressful

Stubborn

Troublesome

Troublous

Vexatious

Vexing

Worrisome

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Opposite Words

Easy

Effortless

Manageable

Straightforward

Uncomplicated

Undemanding

Unproblematic

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Related Words

Catchy

Delicate

Difficult

Dodgy

Hairy

Knotty

Prickly

Problematic

Sensitive

Spiny

Sticky

Thorny

Ticklish

Touchy

Tough

Tricksy

Tricky

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