grueling
|gru/el/ing|
B2
/ˈɡruːəlɪŋ/
(gruel)
extremely demanding
Etymology
Etymology Information
'grueling' originates from the word 'gruel', which in the 19th century meant 'to exhaust or punish'.
Historical Evolution
'gruel' changed from the Old English word 'gruel' meaning 'thin porridge' and eventually became the modern English word 'grueling' to describe something exhausting.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to exhaust or punish', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'extremely tiring and demanding'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
extremely tiring and demanding.
The marathon was a grueling test of endurance.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45