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hardy

adjectiveHigh-frequency wordMore H words

capable of enduring difficult conditions; robust and resilient

In a sentence

Hardy in a sentence

Here are example sentences showing hardy in a sentence.

Only the hardiest alpine plants can survive the freezing temperatures at that altitude.

Only a few hardy lichens survive on the wind-scoured rock of the high ridge.

Synonyms
robustresilientsturdyrugged
Antonyms
fragiledelicateweakfrail
Usage & nuance

Using “hardy” well

Hardy means robust and able to withstand harsh conditions, said of people, plants, or animals. It should not be confused with hearty, which means warm, enthusiastic, or abundant.

Common questions

Questions about “hardy

Hardy (adjective) means capable of enduring difficult conditions; robust and resilient
Here is hardy used in an example sentence: "Only the hardiest alpine plants can survive the freezing temperatures at that altitude." Another example: "Only a few hardy lichens survive on the wind-scoured rock of the high ridge."
Common synonyms for hardy include robust, resilient, sturdy, rugged.
Antonyms of hardy include fragile, delicate, weak, frail.
Clusters with robust, resilient, and rugged, opposed by fragile, delicate, and frail. The near-homophone hearty is a look-alike trap, so confirm whether the sense is enduring toughness or warm heartiness.
Yes. Hardy is a high-frequency GRE word, so it is worth prioritising as you build your vocabulary.

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