10
exacting(adjective, dull, tough, severe, rough)
10
forceful(adjective, action, strong, tough, smart)
10
industrious(adjective, strong, difficult, lively, determined)
10
strong(adjective, tough, difficult, energetic, powerful)
9
earnest(adjective, energetic, vigorous, zealous, thorough)
9
formidable(adjective, tough, severe, rough, difficult)
9
uphill(adjective, hard, great, tough, severe)
9
wearisome(adjective, dull, tough, severe, difficult)
8
busy(adjective, active)
8
gruelling
8
heavy(adjective, dull, tough, severe, rough)
8
intense(adjective, strong, tough, difficult, harsh)
8
lusty(adjective, strong, tough, intense, energetic)
8
persistent(adjective, energetic, zealous, perseverance)
8
rugged(adjective, action, strong, tough, severe)
8
severe(adjective, tough, rough, difficult, harsh)
8
tireless(adjective, strong, difficult, energetic, lively)
8
trying(adjective, dull, tough, severe, rough)
8
wearying(adjective, dull, difficult, awkward, boring)
7
determined(adjective, energetic, zealous)
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