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   tough

   /tʌf/

   adjective

   • 1. (of a substance or object) strong enough to withstand adverse conditions or rough handling: "tough rucksacks for climbers" Similar durablestrongresilientresistantsturdyruggedfirmsolidsubstantialsoundstoutindestructibleunbreakablehardrigidstiffinflexibletoughenedhard-wearinglong-lastingheavy-dutywell builtmade to lastOpposite softfragileflimsy
   • ▪ (of food, especially meat) difficult to cut or chew: "the hastily prepared steak was tough" Similar chewyleatherygristlystringyfibroussinewycartilaginousOpposite tender
   • 2. able to endure hardship or pain: "she was as tough as old boots" Similar resilientstronghardygrittydeterminedresolutedoggedstalwartruggedfitrobustpowerfulred-bloodeddoughtyhardenedcynicalhard-bitteninformal:hard(as) tough as old bootsOpposite weaksentimental
   • ▪ having the confidence and determination to cope in difficult situations: "he liked editors who were tough enough to make the grade"
   • ▪ difficult and requiring determination or effort: "we have six tough matches in a row" Similar arduousonerousdifficultdemandinghardheavytaxingburdensometiringexhaustingpunishingwearyingfatiguinglaboriousstrenuousexactingtroublesomeformidablestressfulHerculeanrare:toilsomeexigentdifficulthardknottythornybafflingtrickyticklishpricklyperplexingpuzzlingmystifyingtroublesomebothersomeirksomeintractableOpposite easyeasy
   • ▪ used to express sympathy with someone in a difficult situation: "Poor kid. It's tough on her"
   • 3. demonstrating a strict and uncompromising approach: "police have been getting tough with drivers" Similar strictsternseverehardharshfirmhard-hittingadamantinflexibleunyieldingunbendinguncompromisingunsentimentalunsympatheticmercilessruthlesscalloushard-hearteduncaringcoldcoolstonystony-heartedflintyinformal:hard-nosedhard-boiledbadassOpposite softlight
   • ▪ used to express a lack of sympathy with someone: "I feel the way I feel, and if you don't like it, tough"
   • 4. strong and prone to violence: "tough young teenagers" Similar roughrowdyunrulydisorderlyviolentwildlawlesslawbreakingcriminalviciouscalloushardened
   • ▪ (of an area) notorious for violence and crime: "a tough part of the town" Similar roughrowdyunrulydisorderlyviolentwildlawlesslawbreakingcriminalviciouscalloushardened

   noun

   • 1. a rough and violent man: informal "a gang of toughs"

   verb

   • 1. endure a period of hardship or difficulty. informal

   Word Origin Old Englishtōh, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch taai and German zäh.

   Derivatives

   • 1. toughish adjective
   • 2. toughly adverb

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2. hackspirit.com › people-who-go-through-very-toughPeople who go through very tough times but don’t complain ...

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   Jun 22, 2024 · In this article, we will explore these 8 common traits found in people who go through tough times but don’t complain about it. They might just inspire you to cultivate a little more resilience in your own life. 1) They practice gratitude. People who endure tough times without complaining often have a unique perspective on life.

3. www.msn.com › en-gb › health15 Traits That Prove You’re Mentally Tough - MSN

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   Jun 17, 2024 · Above all, mentally tough people are defined by their unwavering determination and perseverance. They don’t quit when the going gets tough — they dig in their heels and keep pushing...

4. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › toughlyToughly - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   6 days ago · Definitions of toughly. adverb. in a ruggedly tough manner. “ toughly vigorous story-telling”.

5. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › tough luckTough luck - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   Jun 22, 2024 · tough luck. noun. an unfortunate state resulting from unfavorable outcomes. synonyms: bad luck, ill luck, misfortune. see more.

6. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionaryCambridge Free English Dictionary and Thesaurus

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   Jun 12, 2024 · Cambridge Dictionary - English dictionary, English-Spanish translation and British & American English audio pronunciation from Cambridge University Press.

7. hackspirit.com › 9-habits-of-people-who-stay9 habits of people who stay positive, even when life gets tough

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   Jul 1, 2024 · In this article, we’ll explore 9 habits that can help you maintain that optimistic spirit, even when life gets tough. Want to be a beacon of hope for yourself and others? Keep reading. 1. They Practice Gratitude. You know that saying, “Count your blessings”? Well, it’s not just a saying; it’s a game-changer.

8. hackspirit.com › signs-someone-is-mentally-tough9 signs someone is mentally tough, according to psychology

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   Jun 25, 2024 · Being mentally tough means having the ability to make yourself do things you know are good for you, even when you don’t want to. So if you know someone with exceptional self-discipline, they’re probably also very mentally tough.