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Meaning of struggled
The primary meaning of "struggled" is to make a vigorous effort to overcome or achieve something.
Etymology of struggled
The word "struggled" originates from the Old French word "estrugler" or "estrujler", which means to struggle or wrestle, and is derived from the Latin words "strugare" or "strulgare", meaning to strive or struggle
The word has been in use since the 14th century, initially meaning to wrestle or struggle physically, and later broadening to include figurative senses of striving or contending
Synonyms
Definitions
- To make a vigorous effort to overcome or achieve something, typically in the face of difficulty or opposition
- * To move or proceed with difficulty, typically due to a lack of strength, energy, or progress
Usage Examples
- The team struggled to score a goal in the first half of the game
- * She struggled to make ends meet on her low income
- * The company struggled to stay afloat during the economic downturn
Antonyms
succeeded
thrived
flourished
prospered
excelled
dominated
conquered
overcame
triumphed
prevailed
won
gained
achieved
accomplished
flourished
bloomed
burgeoned
soared
skyrocketed
accelerated
facilitated
eased
simplified