Struggle Definition & Meaning
struggle
- noun
- an energetic attempt to achieve something; "getting through the crowd was a real struggle"; "he fought a battle for recognition"
- an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals); "the harder the conflict the more glorious the triumph"-- Thomas Paine; "police tried to control the battle between the pro- and anti-abortion mobs"
- strenuous effort; "the struggle to get through the crowd exhausted her"
- verb
- make a strenuous or labored effort; "She struggled for years to survive without welfare"; "He fought for breath"
- to exert strenuous effort against opposition; "he struggled to get free from the rope"
- climb awkwardly, as if by scrambling
- be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight; "the tribesmen fought each other"; "Siblings are always fighting"; "Militant groups are contending for control of the country"
"Struggle" in song lyrics
See how struggle is used in real songs:
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"You should be thankful, brother man, life is a struggle"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Shawn Wigs — Drop! -
"The journey was long, but we fought the struggle"
2 Live Crew — Man, Not a Myth -
"No master plan, the masses all struggle"
3rd Bass — No Master Plan No Master Race
Words that rhyme with struggle
Usage tips for "struggle"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "struggle" 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 struggle to find words that pair well.