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tough
adjective
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Definition of tough:

tough (adjective):
not given to gentleness or sentimentality.
difficult to accomplish, resolve, endure, or deal with
physically or mentally strong and able to cope with hardship

Synonyms for tough:

aggressivecrunchycarnivorousstringyfeistyhardbrittlepugnaciousunyieldingchewy
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Antonyms for tough:

flimsypunypleasantafraidniceweakfraildelicateloosevulnerable
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