Definition of Difficult
Difficult
dif·fi·cult


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Requiring much effort or skill to accomplish or understand.

e.g. The math problem was difficult, but she finally solved it.

(adjective)
characterized by problems or challenges, hard to deal with or overcome;

e.g. They have encountered a difficult problem with no solution. He is having a difficult time with his poor health.

(adjective)
not easy to satisfy, manage, or please, used to refer to a person;

e.g. He is a difficult person because he always wants things to go his way.

(adjective)
not easy to understand and therefore requiring some skill and/or effort;

e.g. This is a difficult topic that you will need to study.



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Quotes
  • "Disciplining yourself to do what you know is right and importance, although difficult, is the highroad to pride, self-esteem, and personal satisfaction." -- Brian Tracy




Phrases
  • pain in the neck



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