struggling

verb

How many syllables in struggling?

There are 2 syllables in the word struggling.

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Divide struggling into syllables:

strug · gling

How to pronounce struggling:

Definition of struggling:

struggling (verb):: to make strenuous or violent efforts in the face of difficulties or opposition

Synonyms for struggling:

declining

deprived

disadvantaged

discriminated against

dying

failing

floundering

impoverished

languishing

underprivileged

unsuccessful

Antonyms for struggling:

chillin

chilling

dillydallying

easing up

idling

lazing

lazing around

letting up

loafing

lounging around

neglecting

not lifting a finger

procrastinating

relaxing

resting

slacking off

taking it easy

twiddling thumbs

vegetating

vegging out

wasting time

whiling away

whiling away hours

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