What is another word for gruelling?
Pronunciation:
[ ɡɹˈuːəlɪŋ], [ ɡɹˈuːəlɪŋ], [ ɡ_ɹ_ˈuː_ə_l_ɪ_ŋ]
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Synonyms for Gruelling:
n.
• effortful (noun) • Other relevant words: (noun)Other synonyms:
• Other relevant words (noun):- annoying,
- enfeebling,
- Irksome,
- disciplinary,
- weakening,
- demanding,
- clayey,
- troublesome,
- chastening,
- trying,
- difficult,
- hard-earned,
- threatening,
- retributive,
- sound,
- cloggy,
- strained,
- hard-fought,
- punitory,
- corrective,
- impenetrable,
- voiceless,
- wearisome,
- punitive,
- draining,
- stressful,
- torturous,
- stiff,
- uphill,
- crushing,
- Inflictive,
- Chastising,
- forced,
- weighty,
- leaden,
- lowering,
- Weariful,
- wearing,
- Besetting,
- bothersome,
- tough,
- enervating,
- straining,
- herculean,
- tedious,
- back-breaking,
- formidable,
- labored,
- burdensome,
- Castigatory,
- hefty,
- penal,
- taxing,
- severe,
- vexatious,
- Penological,
- oppressive,
- painful,
- plaguey,
- killing,
- onerous,
- crippling,
- Sapping.
How to use "Gruelling" in context?
Gruelling is defined as a very hard and unpleasant experience. It can be achieved through physical or psychological demands. The term can be used descriptively or prescriptively.
When used descriptively, gruelling can describe a job, sport or activity that is very hard and requires a lot of effort. For example, a gruelling hike up a mountain is a physical challenge that can require a lot of perseverance.
When used prescriptively, gruelling can be used to describe an activity or task that is too hard or demanding and may be harmful if not completed.
Paraphrases for Gruelling:
Paraphrases are highlighted according to their relevancy:
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Equivalence
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Adjective
exhausting.
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Adjective
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Independent
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Verb, gerund or present participle
tiring.
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Verb, gerund or present participle
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Other Related
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Verb, gerund or present participle
draining, exhausting.
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Verb, gerund or present participle
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