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ARDUOUS

(adj.sat, adj.)
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Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Arduous.

How to pronounce arduous:

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Arduous - as an adjective satellite

Characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort

Example: "Worked their arduous way up the mining valley"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)

Taxing to the utmost; testing powers of endurance

Example: "His final, straining burst of speed"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)

Difficult to accomplish; demanding considerable mental effort and skill

Example: "The arduous work of preparing a dictionary"

Arduous - as an adjective

Needing or using up much energy; testing powers of endurance.

Example: "The movement towards a peaceful settlement has been a long and arduous political struggle."

Burning; ardent

Difficult or exhausting to traverse.

Example Sentences

"Climbing Mount Everest is an arduous task."
"Running a marathon requires arduous training."
"She faced an arduous journey through the dense jungle."
"The hikers had to endure arduous conditions during their expedition."
"Studying for the bar exam is an arduous process."
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Word Game Points

Is ARDUOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, arduous is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ARDUOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is ARDUOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, arduous is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ARDUOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is ARDUOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, arduous is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ARDUOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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