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- Dictionarytrying/ˈtrʌɪɪŋ/
adjective
- 1. difficult or annoying; hard to endure: "it had been a very trying day" Similar Opposite
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Trying is an adjective that means annoying and difficult or irritating. Learn how to use it in sentences and see synonyms and translations.
Trying can be an adjective meaning severely straining the powers of endurance, or a present participle of try. Learn more about the word history, synonyms, example sentences, and phrases containing trying from Merriam-Webster dictionary.
Learn the meaning of try as a verb and a noun in English, with synonyms, antonyms, idioms, and phrasal verbs. See how to use try in different contexts, such as attempting something, testing something, or examining someone in court.
Trying definition: extremely annoying, difficult, or the like; straining one's patience and goodwill to the limit. See examples of TRYING used in a sentence.
Learn the various meanings and uses of the word try as a verb and a noun, with synonyms, examples, and etymology. Find out how to pronounce, spell, and cite try in different contexts and languages.
Trying means causing strain, hardship, or distress, or extremely irritating to the nerves. Find the origin, usage, and translations of trying in different languages and contexts.
Use the adjective trying to describe an experience that is exasperating or difficult. Babysitting rascally kids for hours can be a trying ordeal. If you've had a trying week, you'll be relieved and happy when Friday night finally arrives. Trying things can be upsetting, tricky, or strenuous.
