adversity
Translation
adversity, hardship, misfortune
Examples
She overcame adversity to achieve her goals.
She overcame adversity to achieve her goals.
The team faced great adversity during the season.
The team faced great adversity during the season.
Grammar Patterns
to face adversity The team faced great adversity.
to overcome adversity She overcame adversity to achieve her goals.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hardship, misfortune, difficulty; Antonyms: prosperity, fortune
Etymology
From Latin 'adversus' (turned against), from 'ad-' (to) + 'vertere' (to turn).
Memory Tips
Think of an 'adversary' (opponent) creating 'adversity' (difficulties).