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

On Zimbabwean social media, some people openly celebrated his death, citing his wealth and political connections as reasons for their anger over the country's economic hardships and claims surrounding his business dealings. — Arkansas Online, 2 Oct. 2026

As the lead actor in a YA drama, the 22-year-old felt the responsibility to try and accurately depict teenage hardships and resilience. — Isabelle Farina, Variety, 28 Sep. 2026

As literature scholar and archivist Jolie Braun writes, drawing on three memoirs from this era, women in that line of work had some distinct advantages but also faced serious hardships, both physical and social. — Livia Gershon, JSTOR Daily, 18 Sep. 2026

Witherspoon has been open about the hardships of being a young mom. — Lauren Dana Ellman, InStyle, 16 Sep. 2026

The lack of civility is a symptom of the deep division in the country as people confront uncertainty amid financial and personal hardships, local officials said. — Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 15 Sep. 2026

There were hardships and traumas, periods of institutionalization. — Jeff Weiss, Los Angeles Times, 7 Sep. 2026

The shortages are adding to the hardships of those living in temporary shelters after having lost homes and belongings. — ABC News, 3 Sep. 2026

The marine park closed to the public in 2024 amid financial hardships and concerns about animal welfare. — Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026