arduously

[/ˈɑːr.dʒu.ə.sli/]
adverb
ardentemente, laboriosamente, com dificuldade
1. in a way that requires great effort, energy, or perseverance; with difficulty and hard work
She arduously climbed the mountain despite the harsh weather conditions.
Ela subiu a montanha laboriosamente apesar das condições climáticas adversas.
2. in a manner involving strenuous physical or mental exertion
He arduously studied for years to become a doctor.
Ele estudou ardentemente por anos para se tornar médico.
In both Brazilian and American English contexts, 'arduously' emphasizes the value of hard work and perseverance, reflecting cultural appreciation for effort-based achievement. This word is frequently used in motivational contexts and professional narratives where overcoming obstacles through determination is celebrated.
NYC Slang
the hard way, grinding it out
Synonyms / Sinônimos
laboriouslypainstakinglystrenuouslydifficultlyexhaustinglytoilfully
Antonyms / Antônimos
easilyeffortlesslyreadilysmoothlysimply

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
laboriosamente, com dificuldade
Most common usage in standard Brazilian Portuguese
Rio de Janeiro
na labuta, com muito esforço
More colloquial, using 'labuta' (work/grind)
São Paulo
com muito custo, laboriosamente
Similar to general Brazilian usage
Portugal
laboriosamente, penosamente
Portuguese Portuguese may use 'penosamente' (painfully) more frequently

Related Words

arduousardorlabordiligenceperseveranceexertion

Related Idioms & Phrases

the hard way
blood, sweat, and tears
climbing uphill
putting in the work
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