Grueling: meaning, definitions and examples
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grueling
[ ˈɡruː.əl.ɪŋ ]
physical effort
Grueling describes something that is extremely tiring and demands a lot of physical or mental effort. It often refers to tasks that are exhausting and may leave one feeling completely drained. Grueling activities may take a toll on one's stamina and can lead to fatigue both during and after the task. Commonly associated with rigorous training or challenging competitions, the term can also apply to any demanding situation that tests one’s endurance.
Synonyms
arduous, demanding, exhausting, strenuous
Examples of usage
- The marathon was a grueling test of endurance.
- He went through a grueling training regimen to prepare for the competition.
- The work schedule was so grueling that employees felt overwhelmed.
Translations
Translations of the word "grueling" in other languages:
🇵🇹 extenuante
🇮🇳 कठिन
🇩🇪 erschöpfend
🇮🇩 melelahkan
🇺🇦 виснажливий
🇵🇱 wyczerpujący
🇯🇵 過酷な
🇫🇷 épuisant
🇪🇸 agotador
🇹🇷 zorlayıcı
🇰🇷 지치게 하는
🇸🇦 مرهق
🇨🇿 vyčerpávající
🇸🇰 vyčerpávajúci
🇨🇳 艰苦的
🇸🇮 naporen
🇮🇸 erfiður
🇰🇿 шаршауға
🇬🇪 გაადვილებული
🇦🇿 çətin
🇲🇽 agotador
Etymology
The word 'grueling' originated in the late 19th century, derived from the verb 'gruile', which means to exhaust or to tire. Its usage reflects the intensity of effort required in various challenging scenarios, particularly in sports and physical activities. The roots of the term can be traced back to a dialect of 'gruel', which referred to a thin porridge made from boiling oats or other grains. The association with something that is laborious or wearisome has persisted, leading to its current meaning. The term became more popular in the fitness and sporting world as physical challenges evolved and a vocabulary to describe them grew. Today, 'grueling' is often used in various contexts, emphasizing the level of difficulty and fatigue associated with tasks or events.