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Definition of rugged - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
landrocky or steep
- The rugged cliffs towered over the sea.
2.
challengingrequiring strength or endurance
- The rugged conditions of the mountain tested the climbers..
3.
conditionsinvolving hardship; harsh
- The rugged journey tested their endurance.
4.
strengthsturdy or strong; robust
- The rugged construction ensured the bridge's stability.
5.
texturehaving an uneven or jagged surface
- The rugged terrain made hiking difficult.
6.
equipmentdesigned to withstand rough treatment or use in rough conditions
- The rugged phone survived the fall.
7.
facestrong-featured or furrowed
- He had a rugged face that showed his age.
8.
personalitycharacter strong and determined with ability to cope with challenges
- His rugged character made him a great leader.
Expressions with rugged
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man with strong and rough appearance
The rugged man climbed the mountain with ease.
area of land with rough ground that is hard to travel across
The hikers carefully crossed the rugged terrain before sunset.
focus on individual liberty and independence in society
Rugged individualism promotes self-reliance and personal freedom.
Origin of rugged
Middle English, rugge (rough) + -ed (having)
Terms with rugged included in their meaning
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fashion
rugged footwear style inspired by military boots
person
rugged or physically hardy
personality
strong rugged man
physically strong
large and strong, often with a rugged appearance
face
having rugged and prominent facial features
facial hair style
intentionally unshaven look to appear rugged or fashionable
rugged style
fashion style inspired by work clothes
outdoor activity
hiking through natural, often rugged terrain
cycling
bicycle designed for rugged or inclined surfaces
outdoor
rugged clothing resembling military attire
mountain landscape
steep rugged rock or cliff
horse riding
saddle designed for riding horses in rugged conditions
appearance
having a twisted or rugged appearance
geography
protected area with rugged terrain and unique formations
geography
rugged plateau running north to south in central Wales
adventure
having a rugged or adventurous nature
rocky terrain
having many crags or rugged steep rocks
rough surface
quality of being rough, uneven, or rugged in surface or features
geography
county in Ireland with rugged landscapes
culture
symbol of purity and rugged beauty in alpine culture
optics
binoculars used in military or rugged conditions
uneven path
uneven or rugged, difficult to walk on
geography
rugged or rocky, especially of a coast
appearance
man with rugged outdoorsy look
Examples of rugged in a sentence
The rugged landscape was challenging for the explorers. The rugged terrain was difficult to navigate. Their rugged journey took a toll on everyone. The rugged conditions made survival difficult. Their rugged lifestyle was not for the faint-hearted. His rugged demeanor made him a natural leader.
The rugged cliffs were a challenge for climbers. He admired the rugged texture of the old stone wall. The rugged laptop is perfect for outdoor work. This rugged camera can handle extreme weather conditions. His rugged features were softened by a warm smile. The portrait captured her rugged, weathered face. Her rugged determination inspired everyone. Facing adversity, his rugged spirit shone through.
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- French:escarpé, robuste, ...
- German:felsig, hart, ...
- Italian:scosceso, difficile, ...
- Spanish:escarpado, difícil, ...
- Portuguese:escarpado, árduo, ...
- Chinese:崎岖的, 艰苦的, ...
- Japanese:険しい, 厳しい, ...
- Arabic:وَعِر, شاقّ, ...
- Hebrew:סַלְעִי, קָשֶׁה, ...
- Russian:каменистый, суровый, ...
- Ukrainian:скелястий, суворий, ...
- Hindi:पथरीला, कठिन, ...
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