Definition

The quality of being very hard work or effort, often requiring a lot of time and energy.

Example

The toilsomeness of the project made it difficult for the team to meet the deadline.

Conversation

I can't believe how much we have to do this week.

I know, it feels like the toilsomeness of our tasks is never-ending.

Exactly! Sometimes I wonder if it's all worth it.

It's tough, but we can get through it together!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Toilsomeness → It is formed from "toil" (from Old French *toiler*, meaning to labor or work hard) and "-some" (meaning characterized by or causing). The word "toilsomeness" refers to the quality of being characterized by hard work or laborious effort.

Memory Tip

Think of 'toil' as hard work and '-some' as indicating a quality. This helps you remember that 'toilsomeness' means the quality of being hard to work or laborious.

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