Struggled: meaning, definitions and examples

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struggled

 

[ ˈstrʌɡəld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past tense

The word 'struggled' is the past tense of the verb 'struggle', which means to make a strenuous or labored effort. It often implies an intense effort to achieve something, especially when facing difficulties or opposition. This term can relate to physical, mental, or emotional challenges faced by an individual. It conveys a sense of conflict or hardship during the process of trying to accomplish a task or overcome an obstacle.

Synonyms

battled, fought, persevered, strived

Examples of usage

  • She struggled to finish the marathon.
  • He struggled with his homework last night.
  • They struggled to adapt to the new environment.

Translations

Translations of the word "struggled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 lutou

🇮🇳 संघर्ष किया

🇩🇪 kämpfte

🇮🇩 berjuang

🇺🇦 боровся

🇵🇱 zmagał się

🇯🇵 苦闘した

🇫🇷 lutté

🇪🇸 luchó

🇹🇷 mücadele etti

🇰🇷 고군분투했다

🇸🇦 تكافح

🇨🇿 bojoval

🇸🇰 bojoval

🇨🇳 挣扎

🇸🇮 boril se

🇮🇸 barðist

🇰🇿 күресті

🇬🇪 ბრძოლობდა

🇦🇿 mübarizə apardı

🇲🇽 luchó

Word origin

The term 'struggle' finds its roots in Middle English 'struglen', which means to strive or contend. It is derived from the Old English 'strongian', a term closely associated with strength and effort. As the language evolved, the connotation of the word expanded to encompass a broader range of challenges, both physical and metaphorical. The transition from the original sense of physical strength to include emotional or intellectual efforts reflects the complexity of human experiences. Over the centuries, 'struggle' has been utilized in various contexts, from literature to everyday speech, illustrating the universal nature of hardship and determination in the human condition.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,224 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.