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Comparative
more difficult
Superlative
most difficult
1
needing a lot of work or skill to do, understand, or deal with
- Solving complex mathematical equations can be difficult without a strong understanding of mathematical principles.
- Learning to ride a bike without training wheels can be difficult for young children.
- Memorizing multiplication tables can be difficult for elementary school students.
- Understanding Shakespearean language in his plays can be difficult for high school students.
- Cooking a gourmet meal from scratch can be difficult for novice chefs.
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creating a challenging or uncomfortable situation
- The difficult living conditions in the remote village made it hard for families to thrive.
- The difficult economic climate led to increased layoffs and reduced job security for workers.
- The difficult negotiations resulted in a deadlock, with neither side willing to compromise.
- The difficult regulations created barriers for new businesses entering the market.
3
(of a person) hard to deal with, often stubborn or not willing to cooperate
- She’s always difficult when we try to make plans.
- He can be difficult when it comes to making decisions.
- Don’t be difficult; just follow the instructions.
- She was a difficult child when she was younger.
- Stop being so difficult and help me with this task.
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