grueling
adjectiveHow many syllables in grueling?
There are 2 syllables in the word grueling.How to pronounce grueling:
Definition of grueling:
- grueling (adjective):
- trying or taxing to the point of exhaustion punishing
- characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort.
Synonyms for grueling:
annoying
arduous
backbreaking
challenging
complicated
demanding
difficult
effortful
elusive
exacting
exhausting
formidable
gruelling
hairy
hard
heavy
hellacious
herculean
intricate
involved
killer
laborious
murderous
operose
painful
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