Word TOUGH: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

tough

🇺🇸 [tʌf]

Meanings

Describes something that is strong, durable, or difficult to break or damage. It can also refer to a person or situation that is difficult, requiring resilience or endurance. Toughness can also refer to a harsh or demanding character or quality.

Examples

• The material of this jacket is really tough.
• She had a tough day at work.
• He's a tough competitor in sports.

Synonyms

strong • resilient • durable

Antonyms

fragile • weak • delicate