Need another word for Struggled? Use these synonyms of Struggled from our thesaurus to say it differently.
Synonyms & Similar Words
Meaning of Struggled
The primary meaning of the word "struggled" is to experience difficulty or make a big effort to do something.
Definitions
- Made an effort to do something, especially when it is difficult
- * Experienced difficulty or hardship, either physically or emotionally
- * Had a long and difficult fight or contest, either physically or in a competition
Etymology of Struggled
The word "struggled" originated from the Old French word "estrugler" or "estrujler", which is derived from the Latin words "strugare" or "struggulare", meaning to struggle or wrestle
Historically, the word has been used to describe physical or mental exertion, and has evolved to encompass a range of contexts, including emotional, social, and economic struggles
Example Uses
- The hikers struggled to reach the summit due to the treacherous terrain
- * She struggled to make ends meet after losing her job
- * The team struggled to score goals in the championship game
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
succeeded
thrived
flourished
prospered
excelled
dominated
triumphed
prevailed
coasted
cruised
glided
slid
sailed
breezed
strolled
sauntered
ambled
lounged
relaxed
rested