Tougher Meaning

/tˈʌfər/
B1

Definition, CEFR level B1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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adjcomparative form of tough: more tough

"Shinty, once a battle royal between villages, is still a far tougher game than hockey, its nearest Sassenach equivalent."— 1980, AA Book of British Villages, Drive Publications Ltd, page 278:
English is tougher for me than math.
Metal cases are undoubtedly tougher, but much more expensive.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
After months of intense training, the athlete became much ____ than before.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The exams this year were much ____ than previous years, and many students struggled to finish on time today.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
After months of intense training, the athlete became much ____ than before.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The exams this year were much ____ than previous years, and many students struggled to finish on time today.

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