Meaning of the word tougher in English

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

tougher

US /ˈtʌfər/
UK /ˈtʌfər/

Adjective

1.

more difficult to do or deal with

Example:
This puzzle is much tougher than the last one.
The competition will be even tougher this year.
2.

stronger and more resilient

Example:
You need to be tougher to survive in this environment.
The new material is much tougher than the old one.