Grueling
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɡɹuː.lɪŋ/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Grueling is an adjective meaning present participle and gerund of gruel.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of gruel.
More Meanings
- Alternative spelling of gruelling.
Example Sentences
Medical school, internship, and residency had been physically and emotionally grueling.
Word Forms
- gruelings
Synonyms for grueling
Depending on context, synonyms include arduous, heavy, hard, effortful, gruelling, laborious.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gruelling, punishing, arduous, laborious, backbreaking, toilsome.
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