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Rugged

Definition

(adj) Having a rough, irregular, or uneven surface; tough and strong in character

Examples

The hikers trekked through rugged terrain, testing their endurance.
  • His rugged boots were caked with mud.

  • That old truck still runs on rugged roads.

  • Maya has a rugged face and a dry sense of humor.

  • The cabin's rugged stone walls kept the wind out.

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Other English words at this level include Vicarious, Altruism, Petulant, Voracity, and Infrastructure. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.

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