Difficulty

/ˈdɪfɪkəlti/

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

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Definition of Difficulty

noun

  1. The state of being difficult, or hard to do.
  2. An obstacle that hinders achievement of a goal.

    "We faced a difficulty in trying to book a flight so late."

  3. (sometimes in the plural) Physical danger from the environment, especially with risk of drowning

    "2012 August 2, "Children rescued after getting into difficulties in Donegal" BBC Online"

  4. An objection.
  5. That which cannot be easily understood or believed.

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