Difficulty and Complexity

marked by a mixture of soil and water

After the rain, the backyard became muddy and difficult to walk through.

to create difficulty or obstacles that make it hard for something to happen or progress

The heavy traffic impeded our journey to the airport.

to stop the expression of thoughts, feelings, or actions

He had to repress his anger when his team lost the game.

to stop the normal flow of something, often temporarily

The unexpected power outage disrupted the entire office.

to intentionally become involved in a difficult situation in order to improve it or prevent it from getting worse

The teacher had to intervene when two students started arguing in the classroom.

to disrupt the normal continuation or proper execution of a process or activity

The sudden rainstorm threatened to interfere with the outdoor wedding ceremony.

to intentionally damage or undermine something, often for personal gain or as an act of protest or revenge

The disgruntled employee attempted to sabotage the company's computer system.

to create obstacles or difficulties that prevent progress, movement, or success

The heavy rain hindered our plans for a picnic.

a thick, sweet substance we make by boiling fruit with sugar and often eat on bread

Can you pass me the jar of raspberry jam, please?

to prevent something or someone from moving forward or progressing smoothly

The fallen tree obstructed the path, causing a detour for hikers.

the quality of a phrase or statement having multiple interpretations due to its wording or context

The language of the law often has room for ambiguity, leading to various interpretations by lawyers and judges.

a very small and barely noticeable difference in tone, appearance, manner, meaning, etc.

The actor captured every nuance of the character’s emotions.

lacking softness, adornment, or warmth

done with little or no difficulty

His smooth and effortless stride made running look easy.

to ask something from someone in an urgent and forceful manner

The workers decided to demand higher wages and better working conditions during the negotiations.

to cause a person to feel scared or unconfident

His initial failures did not daunt him; he simply viewed them as learning experiences.

difficult to catch or capture

The elusive fox darted through the underbrush, impossible to catch.

easy to comprehend or perform without any difficulties

His explanation of the problem was straightforward, making it easy for everyone to understand.

to give more information to make the understanding more complete

The author elaborated on the historical context to provide readers with a deeper understanding of the events.

clear in meaning or expression

The instructions were so comprehensible that even someone with no technical background could follow them.

difficult to understand or interpret

The author's choice of ending for the novel was enigmatic and sparked much debate.

capable of being seen or observed

Despite the foggy conditions, there was a discernible outline of the mountains in the distance.

easy to chew, swallow, and process in the digestive system

The steamed vegetables were cooked to a perfect tenderness, making them easily digestible.

of depth; not capable of being sounded or measured

so slight or gradual that it cannot be noticed

The temperature dropped by an imperceptible degree.

difficult or impossible to understand or interpret

His handwriting was so indecipherable that no one could read it.

unable to be read or understood because of poor handwriting or print quality

His notes were so illegible that even he struggled to decipher them.

having many complex parts or details that make it difficult to understand or work with

The intricate design of the watch included tiny gears and delicate engravings.

having a surface that is covered with large, uneven, or rough rocks, stones, or boulders

The path up the mountain was rocky, making the hike challenging.

difficult to comprehend due to being vague or hidden

The obscure references in the text were difficult for most readers to understand.

in a way that involves intense physical effort

Drink plenty of water if you are exercising strenuously.

in a willing and unhesitant manner

She readily accepted the invitation to speak at the conference.