Hardship Definition

hardship
noun
  1. a state of misfortune or affliction; "debt-ridden farmers struggling with adversity"; "a life of hardship"
  2. something hard to endure; "the asperity of northern winters"
  3. something that causes or entails suffering; "I cannot think it a hardship that more indulgence is allowed to men than to women"- James Boswell; "the many hardships of frontier life"

"Hardship" in song lyrics

See how hardship is used in real songs:

  • "or going to experience in their lifetime some type of hardship"
    Aceyalone — Hardship
  • "And so easy to quit, at the first sign of hardship"
    Blueprint — Who You Talkin' To? (Bonus Track)
  • "I bet it takes practicin and hardship"
    Copywrite — Holier Than Thou

Usage tips for "hardship"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "hardship" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for hardship to find words that pair well.

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