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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

ordeal

/ɔːˈdeɪl/ noun · British & US
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What does ordeal mean?

noun

A difficult or unpleasant experience; a severe test of endurance or strength.

Example

"The hikers faced a grueling ordeal in the mountainous terrain."

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