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      difficulty
      noun
      The state of being difficult, or hard to do.
      An obstacle that hinders achievement of a goal.
      An awkward situation or quarrel.
      That which cannot be easily understood or believed.
      An objection.
      (sometimes in the plural) Physical danger from the environment, especially with risk of drowning
      Roots
      faciofic- · Latin · make, do
      Synonyms for difficulty
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      Words related to difficulty
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