107 entries under rough topic. ×

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awkward(adjective, tough, harsh, delicate)
16
exacting(adjective, dull, hard, tough, severe)
14
formidable(adjective, hard, tough, severe, evil)
14
heavy(adjective, dull, hard, tough, severe)
11
distressing(adjective, severe, harsh, tender)
11
rigorous(adjective, hard, severe, harsh)
11
uncomfortable(adjective, painful, sickness, ache)
11
unpleasant(adjective, hard, severe, evil)
11
uphill(adjective, hard, great, tough, easy)
10
hairy(noun, adjective, hard, severe)
9
stiff(adjective, hard, tough, severe)
7
effortful(adjective, hard, great, tough)
7
cantankerous(adjective, hard, tough, evil)
7
dangerous(noun, adjective, hard, tough, severe)
7
harsh(adjective, hard, tough, severe)
7
wearisome(adjective, dull, hard, tough)
6
annoying(adjective, dull, boring, painful)
6
irritating(adjective, dull, hard, tough)
5
bothersome(adjective, hard, tough, severe)
5
difficile(adjective, hard, tough, heavy)
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