Meaning of the word struggles in English

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

struggles

US /ˈstrʌɡ.əlz/
UK /ˈstrʌɡ.əlz/

Noun

1.

a forceful or violent effort to get free of restraint or to resist attack

Example:
The bird's struggles to escape the net were futile.
He recounted his struggles with the attacker.
2.

a period of difficulty or adversity

Example:
The company faced many financial struggles.
Her early life was marked by poverty and constant struggles.

Verb

1.

make forceful or violent efforts to get free of restraint or to resist attack

Example:
He struggles against the ropes that bind him.
The fish struggles on the line.
2.

have difficulty doing or achieving something

Example:
He struggles with math.
The economy struggles to recover.