hard
hard
hɑrd
haard
/hɑːd/

Definition & Meaning of "hard"in English

01

needing a lot of skill or effort to do

hard definition and meaning
Examples
Learning to play the piano at a professional level is hard and requires years of practice.
02

very difficult to cut, bend, or break

hard definition and meaning
Examples
She prefers hard cheese like cheddar over soft cheese.
03

done with great force or intensity

Examples
He gave the door a hard push to open it.
04

(of a sound) pronounced by moving the back of the tongue toward the velum

Examples
In the word " cat, " the " c " is a hard sound.
05

(of light) producing sharp contrasts and clearly defined shadows

Examples
The hard light made the shapes stand out.
06

(of alcoholic beverages) haiving a high alcohol content, often used to describe spirits like whiskey, vodka, or rum

Examples
He prefers hard liquor over beer.
07

difficult to endure or experience, often related to misfortune

Examples
He had hard luck finding a job after graduation.
08

stiff or tough due to lack of moisture

Examples
The bread was hard and stale after sitting out overnight.
09

(of water) high in dissolved salts, particularly calcium and magnesium

Examples
Hard water left white spots on the dishes after they dried.
10

(of radiation) having relatively high penetrating power or energy, such as X-rays or gamma rays

Examples
Hard radiation is capable of passing through thick materials like concrete.
11

based on solid, verifiable evidence or facts

Examples
The journalist presented hard facts about the crime wave in the city.
12

(of subjects) relying on measurable, verifiable data or facts

Examples
Physics is considered a hard science because it focuses on empirical data and testable theories.
13

showing an uncompromising or rigid approach, often in politics or opinions

Examples
The senator 's hard approach on immigration reform alienated moderate voters.
14

(of a body part) becoming stiff or firm, often in response to certain feelings or physical reactions

Examples
It ’s common for certain body parts to become hard when they are stimulated.
hard
Examples
He worked hard to achieve his goals.
02

in a firm or tight manner, often referring to how something is held

Examples
She held hard to the railing as she climbed the steep staircase.
Examples
She thought hard about the decision before making a choice.
04

to the fullest extent, often used in specific contexts like navigation

Examples
The captain ordered to steer hard starboard to avoid the reef.
05

in close proximity to a particular place or time

Examples
The cabin stands hard by the lake, offering a perfect view.
06

into a firm state

Examples
The clay baked hard in the sun.
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