Hardship

/hˈɑːdʃɪp/

/ˈhɑɹdʃɪp/

[noun]

Hardship

[NOUN]

something hard to endure

synonyms : asperity

a state of discomfort or pain

synonyms : adversity

hard knocks

something that causes or entails suffering

a condition of deprivation or lack

a difficult or trying situation that tests one's endurance or resilience

Examples

1. He led a life of hardship from the cradle to the grave.

2. The market crash in 2008 knocked the daylights out of the economy, causing widespread unemployment and financial hardship.

3. The economic recession caused many businesses to go out of business, leading to job losses and financial hardship.

4. Although the pandemic caused a great deal of disruption and hardship, it also forced many people to reevaluate their priorities and appreciate the important things in life.