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adversity

1 of 1noun
/ædˈvɝsəti/
Forms:adversities
1

a situation marked by hardship or misfortune

  • She showed remarkable resilience in the face of adversity, turning challenges into opportunities.
  • Experiencing adversity can sometimes teach important life lessons and foster growth.
  • Economic adversity affected many families during the recession, leading to job losses and financial strain.
2

an unfortunate event or circumstance

  • After the adversity of their house burning down, the community rallied to support the family.
  • The sudden flood was an adversity that took the village by surprise.