Grueling

/ˈɡruː.əl.ɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

extremely tiring and demanding, often to the point of exhaustion.

The marathon was a grueling test of endurance that left many participants exhausted.

characterized by severe physical or mental strain.

She faced a grueling week of exams that challenged her focus and stamina.

requiring a great deal of effort and perseverance.

His grueling training routine prepared him well for the upcoming competition.

harsh and tiring.

The grueling hike up the mountain felt never-ending but was ultimately rewarding.

from the verb 'gruel', meaning to torment or exhaust.

grueling pace

a speed or rate that is very tiring and hard to maintain.

grueling process

a procedure that is very demanding and requires a lot of effort over time.

exhausting

causing extreme fatigue or weariness.

arduous

involving a lot of effort and difficult.

putting in work

After that grueling week, I'm really feeling like I've been putting in work.

kicking your butt

That workout had me kicking my butt all week long.