Meaning & Definition of word "Hardship"

Hardship

/ˈhɑːrdʃɪp/

1. A condition that is difficult to endure; suffering; deprivation.
- Example: The community faced great hardship after the natural disaster destroyed their homes.
2. Severe suffering or privation.
- Example: She experienced financial hardship after losing her job.
3. Challenges or difficulties that make life harder.
- Example: He overcame many hardships to achieve his dream of becoming a doctor.
4. An event or condition that is difficult or unpleasant.
- Example: The soldiers endured the hardships of war with great courage.

Middle English: from hard + -ship, denoting condition.

hard times:

A period when someone is experiencing difficulties financially or emotionally.

tough it out:

To endure a difficult situation without giving up.

face hardship:

To confront difficult circumstances.

suffering:

The experience of physical or emotional pain.

difficulty:

The state or condition of being hard to do or deal with.

adversity:

A difficult or unpleasant situation.

Meaning: Down on your luck

Example Sentence: He's really down on his luck after losing his job.

Meaning: In a bind

Example Sentence: I'm really in a bind with this unexpected expense.