hardscrabble [adjective]
Definition of hardscrabble:
- Involving hard work and struggle; difficult and challenging.
- Yielding little in return for effort; barren or unproductive, typically referring to land or life situations.
Sentence/Example of hardscrabble:
The family lived a hardscrabble existence on the rocky farm.
She grew up in a hardscrabble neighborhood but managed to succeed against all odds.
The hardscrabble land produced just enough crops to sustain them.
His hardscrabble childhood taught him the value of hard work.
Despite the hardscrabble conditions, the settlers remained hopeful.
The novel depicts the hardscrabble life of miners in the early 20th century.
Her hardscrabble journey through the education system was inspiring.
They left the hardscrabble farm in search of a better life in the city.
The hardscrabble reality of war left the soldiers physically and emotionally drained.
The documentary highlighted the hardscrabble lives of migrant workers.