English · Adjectives
difficult
/ˈdɪf.ɪ.kəlt/
[/ˈdɪf.ɪ.kəlt/]
hard to do
Beginneradjective
Definition
Needing much effort or skill to do or understand; not easy.
Example
The exam was so difficult that even the best students struggled to finish in time.
The exam was so difficult that even the best students struggled to finish in time.
Etymology
From Latin 'difficultas' (difficulty), from 'dis-' (not) plus 'facilis' (easy).
How & Where It’s Used
A very common adjective; also describes a hard-to-please person.