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What is the opposite of easy?

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Adjective
Opposite of needing very little effort
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“The climb was difficult, for there was only a narrow pathway between and around rugged rock outcroppings.”
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Opposite of in a state of comfort and relaxation
“They all saw Dawn as their sworn enemy, which made for an uncomfortable weekend away for me because I was now seen as a traitor.”
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Opposite of accommodating or permissive in nature
“No surprise then that writers so often prove such a stubborn, contrary lot.”
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Opposite of of having a good-natured or casual personality
“Any friendly aspect or unfriendly connection between these two is then said to reflect upon the relationship of the lovers.”
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Opposite of exploitable or vulnerable
“She was protected from the treacherous invasion of the paparazzi by her bodyguard of fifteen years, who had served her well throughout her career.”
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Opposite of steady or balanced
“Ellianne saw that his usually graceful movements were unsteady and shaking.”
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Opposite of well off, or not struggling financially
“They disenfranchised poor people by making property ownership a requirement for registering to vote.”
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Opposite of an absence of stress or worry
“Even inside, door locked and security system activated, she was tense.”
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Opposite of friendly, good-natured, or easy to talk to
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Opposite of having a relaxed, friendly, or unofficial style, manner, or nature
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Opposite of acting or done at leisure or in a casual manner
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Opposite of easily deceived or duped
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Opposite of free of, or inclined to avoid, conflict or dissent
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Opposite of moving gracefully with ease
“According to the coach, his awkward kicking style can be fixed with time and practice.”
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Opposite of gentle or pacific in nature or demeanor
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Opposite of designed to suit the general public rather than specialists or intellectuals
“Their activity sections are supposedly quite highbrow, but they still have lots of popular things to do.”
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Opposite of cheerfully unconcerned about the future
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Opposite of innocent or naive in nature
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Opposite of lacking energy, spirit, liveliness or vitality
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Opposite of showing or tending to have a belief in a person's honesty or sincerity
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Opposite of having a relaxed, friendly, or unofficial style, manner, or nature
“Laura has a rigorous diet when it comes to her fitness regime.”
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(of a person or their behaviour) Opposite of uncontrived and genuine
“I could call her up and wish her well but it would be contrived and insincere.”
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Opposite of characterized by patience, tolerance or indulgence
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Opposite of comfort based on one's experience and knowledge with their surroundings
“There was something eerie about the strange old Victorian mansion where they stayed for the night.”
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Opposite of laid-back and relaxed in nature
“The frenetic action and strategic nuances of this sport make it exhilarating, yet fascinating.”
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Opposite of open, honest, and direct in speech or expression, especially when dealing with unpalatable matters
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Opposite of having or characterized by libidinously loose morals
“A good night kiss, as chaste and as innocent as it could be, just seemed the fitting response to that sensitivity.”
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Opposite of friendly and socially confident
“Recent findings challenge the conventional view of gamers as introverted loners.”
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Opposite of providing a feeling of ease or relaxation
“The entire notion laying in hospital terrifies me, which is why I find this bed uncomfortable.”
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Opposite of easily or readily taken advantage of or deceived
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Opposite of open to instruction or being taught
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Opposite of casual or relaxed in nature
“Around strangers, he would be restrained when expressing his true opinions so as not to offend anyone.”
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Opposite of generous and tireless with one's contributions of time, money, etc.
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Opposite of having a lively or cheerful manner or character
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Opposite of not labored or artificial
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Opposite of willing to accept or agree to something without objection or resistance
“He was resistant at first, but soon became a careful dresser and appreciative of his wife's flair for interior design.”
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(of a person's temper or disposition) Opposite of calm and composed
“Hatteras became animated as he spoke, and Doctor Clawbonny's excitable nature was so wrought upon that his decision began to waver.”
Adverb
Opposite of to do something without difficulty
“As we laboriously went through each box, we marked them off in our spreadsheet.”
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