Meaning of the word difficult in English

What does difficult mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

difficult

US /ˈdɪf.ə.kəlt/
UK /ˈdɪf.ə.kəlt/
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Adjective

1.

needing much effort or skill to accomplish, deal with, or understand.

Example:
The exam questions were very difficult.
It's a difficult decision to make.
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2.

full of problems; problematic.

Example:
They are going through a very difficult period.
He has a difficult personality.
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