tough

B2
Pronunciation
/tÊŒf/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

A person who obtains things by force; a thug or bully.

Example Sentences
  • They were doing fine until they encountered a bunch of toughs from the opposition.
Verb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

To endure.

2 Definition

To toughen.

Adjective
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

Strong and resilient; sturdy.

Example Sentences
  • The tent, made of tough canvas, held up to many abuses.
2 Definition

(of food) Difficult to cut or chew.

Example Sentences
  • To soften a tough cut of meat, the recipe suggested simmering it for hours.
3 Definition

Rugged or physically hardy.

Example Sentences
  • Only a tough species will survive in the desert.
4 Definition

Stubborn.

Example Sentences
  • He had a reputation as a tough negotiator.
5 Definition

(of weather etc) Harsh or severe.

6 Definition

Rowdy or rough.

Example Sentences
  • A bunch of the tough boys from the wrong side of the tracks threatened him.
7 Definition

(of questions, etc.) Difficult or demanding.

Example Sentences
  • This is a tough crowd.
8 Definition

Undergoing plastic deformation before breaking.

Interjection
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

Used to indicate lack of sympathy

Example Sentences
  • If you don't like it, tough!