Difficulty

Noun

Definitions

1.NounThe state of being difficult, or hard to do.

"My mom is old and has a lot of difficulty (in) remembering all her grandchildren's names."

2.NounAn obstacle that hinders achievement of a goal.

"We faced a difficulty in trying to book a flight so late."

3.NounPhysical danger from the environment, especially with risk of drowning

4.NounAn objection.

5.NounThat which cannot be easily understood or believed.

6.NounAn awkward situation or quarrel.

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