Synonyms for trying
- adjective
Most common
Definitions
- adj. 1
Difficult to endure; arduous.
- adj. 2
Irritating, stressful or bothersome.
Example sentences
- difficult Explain to him the difficult situation you are in.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| trying | rising | |
| difficult | steady |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 4 letters
- hard1
- 7 letters
- painful2, arduous3, irksome2
- 9 letters
- difficult3, stressful2, wearisome3, troublous
- 11 letters
- distressing3
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (painful2 = 2 syllables).