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grueling
What does grueling mean?
grueling (adjective): very difficult or taxing; exhausting; backbreaking.
Definition: Wiktionary, CC BY-SA 4.0.
How do you use grueling in a sentence?
- A grueling campaign. (Princeton WordNet 3.1)
How do you pronounce grueling?
/ˈɡɹulɪŋ/ (IPA, American English). The app reads every word aloud.
What are synonyms of grueling?
From Princeton WordNet 3.1.
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What does “grueling” mean?
not in good health; not feeling well; somewhat ill
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very difficult or taxing; exhausting; backbreaking
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having many complexly arranged elements; elaborate
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having or suggesting great physical power or force
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Which word is closest in meaning to “grueling”?
neutral
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arduous
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jealous
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