Synonyms of hardships

hardships

noun

plural of hardship

as in difficulties

something that is a cause for suffering or special effort especially in the attainment of a goal

working two jobs was a hardship he was willing to endure to get out of debt

Synonyms & Similar Words

• difficulties
• obstacles
• adversities
• rigors
• trials
• asperities
• hurdles
• inconveniences
• discomforts
• tribulations
• misfortunes
• tragedies
• nuisances
• afflictions
• impediments
• mishaps
• hindrances
• obstructions
• embarrassments
• handicaps
• interferences
• snags
• encumbrances
• shackles
• lets
• inhibitions
• hitches
• trammels
• deterrents
• manacles
• clogs
• rubs
• chains
• knocks
• crimps
• fetters
• stops
• humps
• catches
• blocks
• pons asinorums
• checks
• bars

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• opportunities
• advantages
• breaks

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of hardships

As a result of the healthcare and business hardships, Cowdery isn't keen on voting Republican this year. — Saige Miller, NPR, 23 Oct. 2026

But through the hardships, Andrea Soto said the community’s support has been a positive. — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Oct. 2026

Though the tableaux depict hardships endured by a painter born in 1593, Artemisia, the impressions convey yearning, grief, suffering and resilience that transcend centuries. — Tara Anne Dalbow, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026

Henry makes a cute joke about Arch’s wife; Arch weeps due to the hardships of war. — Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2026

But they were seen as adding undue hardships to people who rely heavily on the care. — Stephen Hobbs, Sacbee.com, 15 Oct. 2026

Pezeshkian and Ghalibaf have highlighted the economic hardships facing ordinary people. — Narges Bajoghli, Foreign Affairs, 9 Oct. 2026

Sports authorities acknowledged that, due to the country’s economic hardships, the current season of the 16-team series will be split into two zones, East and West, to reduce travel and fuel use amid the energy crisis. — ABC News, 8 Oct. 2026

The store informed the community about its financial hardships on social media. — Veronica Ortega, CBS News, 6 Oct. 2026