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difficult

Pronunciation
Adjective A1 Beginner

Quick answer

Needing a lot of effort or skill to do or understand.

"The final exam question was more difficult than the others."

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Which word fits the gap? "The final exam question was more _____ than the others."

Answer: difficult

In your own words, what does "difficult" mean?

Needing a lot of effort or skill to do or understand.

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