hard
ship
Plural
hardships
1
the condition or state of experiencing severe difficulty or suffering
- The country has been in a state of hardship for many years due to the ongoing conflict.
- The workers faced great hardship, struggling to meet basic needs.
- She endured hardship after losing her job and having to support her family.
- The community came together to support those in hardship after the natural disaster.
- Despite the hardship, they managed to stay positive and hopeful for the future.
2
a specific event or instance of difficulty
- The team faced several hardships during their journey, including harsh weather conditions.
- Each hardship they overcame brought them closer to their goal.
- The war brought many hardships to the civilian population.
- He spoke of the hardships he experienced while growing up in a war-torn country.
- The sudden illness was a hardship that changed her outlook on life.