Meanings
How to pronounce "hard done by":
AU
used, cheated, or exploited by
Example Sentences
1
He always felt hard done by because his siblings were given more attention.
2
The employees felt hard done by when their annual bonuses were significantly reduced.
3
She believes she has been hard done by in life and never got the opportunities she deserved.
4
The students protested, feeling hard done by the strict rules imposed by the school.
5
Despite working hard, he felt hard done by as he was never recognized for his efforts.