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DIFFICULT

(adj., verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Difficult.

How to pronounce difficult:

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Difficult - as an adjective

Not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

Example: "A difficult task"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hard
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
easy

Hard to control

Example: "A difficult child"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
unmanageable

Difficult - as a verb

To make difficult; to impede; to perplex.

Example Sentences

"I found the math problem difficult to solve."
"Learning a new language can be difficult at first."
"The hike up the mountain was difficult due to the rough terrain."
"It's difficult for me to wake up early in the morning."
"Writing a novel can be a difficult task."
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Word Game Points

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

DIFFICULT has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is DIFFICULT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, difficult is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DIFFICULT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is DIFFICULT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, difficult is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DIFFICULT has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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