Meaning & Definition of word "Hard"

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    Hard

    /hɑrd/

    noun:

    • 1. A difficult or challenging situation.
      • Example: He faced a hard when trying to balance work and family.

    adjective:

    • 1. Physically solid and firm to the touch; not easily broken, bent, or dented.
      • Example: The rock was too hard to break with a hammer.
    • 2. Requiring a great deal of effort or endurance; difficult to accomplish.
      • Example: She found the exam to be hard and challenging.
    • 3. Not yielding to pressure; difficult to deal with or manage.
      • Example: He has a hard personality and isn't easily impressed.
    • 4. Strict or harsh in behavior or attitude.
      • Example: The coach was hard on the players during practice.

    adverb:

    • 1. In a manner that requires great effort or exertion.
      • Example: He studied hard for the final exam.
    • 2. To a great degree; intensely.
      • Example: She works hard to improve her skills.

    Etymology

    From Old English 'heard', of Germanic origin.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hard as nails:

    Very tough or strong.

    hardly:

    Barely; almost not.

    hard work:

    Effort that requires physical or mental exertion.

    Related Words

    hardness:

    The quality or condition of being hard.

    hardship:

    Severe suffering or privation.

    Slang Meanings of hard

    Meaning: Very challenging or tough.

    Example Sentence: That exam was hard.

    Meaning: Intense; extreme.

    Example Sentence: He plays hard on the field.