Arduously: meaning, definitions and examples

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arduously

 

[ หˆษ‘หrdส’uษ™sli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

work

In a way that involves a lot of effort and difficulty

Synonyms

assiduously, diligently, painstakingly.

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Word Description / Examples
arduously

When describing actions that require a lot of effort, energy, and are physically difficult.

  • He arduously climbed the steep mountain, never losing his focus
  • She worked arduously to complete the rigorous training program
diligently

When describing actions performed with steady and earnest effort, often involving responsibility and attention to detail.

  • She diligently studied for her exams, ensuring she knew all the material
  • He diligently checked and answered all his emails each morning
painstakingly

When describing actions that are done with great care and thoroughness, often involving considerable attention to detail and precision.

  • The artist painstakingly painted each small detail of the portrait
  • The detective painstakingly gathered evidence to solve the case
assiduously

When describing actions performed with careful attention and persistent effort, often over a long period of time.

  • He assiduously worked on his thesis, making sure every detail was perfect
  • The team assiduously tested the new software to ensure there were no bugs

Examples of usage

  • She worked arduously to complete the project on time.
  • He arduously climbed the mountain despite the harsh weather conditions.
Context #2 | Adverb

study

In a way that requires much effort and perseverance

Synonyms

intensively, tirelessly, vigorously.

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arduously

Used when something requires a lot of effort and hard work, often over a long period.

  • They worked arduously on the construction site for months.
  • She studied arduously for her final exams.
intensively

Appropriate when focusing on something with great effort and concentration, often in a short and focused manner.

  • The students prepared intensively for the competition.
  • He trained intensively to improve his performance.
vigorously

Best used when emphasizing strong and energetic action or effort.

  • He shook her hand vigorously to show his enthusiasm.
  • They debated the issue vigorously for hours.
tirelessly

Used to describe continuous effort without showing any signs of fatigue or stopping.

  • She worked tirelessly to raise money for the charity.
  • The doctor tirelessly attended to patients during the epidemic.

Examples of usage

  • She studied arduously for the exam, determined to succeed.
  • The students worked arduously on their research project to achieve good results.

Translations

Translations of the word "arduously" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น arduamente

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เค เคฟเคจเคพเคˆ เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช mรผhsam

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dengan susah payah

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะฐะถะบะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ trudny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ชจใฎๆŠ˜ใ‚Œใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท ardument

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ arduo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท zorlayฤฑcฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํž˜๋“ค๊ฒŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุตุนูˆุจุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nรกroฤnฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ลฅaลพko

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่‰ฐ้šพๅœฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ naporno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ erfiรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะธั‹ะฝัˆั‹ะปั‹า›ะฟะตะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒซแƒแƒšแƒ˜แƒแƒœ แƒ แƒ—แƒฃแƒšแƒแƒ“

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รงษ™tinliklษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ arduo

Etymology

The word 'arduously' is derived from the adjective 'arduous,' which comes from the Latin word 'arduus' meaning 'steep' or 'high.' The adverb form 'arduously' first appeared in the English language in the early 18th century, evolving to represent actions or tasks requiring great effort or perseverance.

See also: arduous.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,903, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.