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rugged

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/ˈrʌɡɪd/ · rug-ged

Having a rough, uneven surface; having a strong, sturdy, and tough exterior.

Meanings

adjectiveformal

Having a rough, uneven surface; having a strong, sturdy, and tough exterior.

کھردرا، ناہموار سطح رکھنے والا; مضبوط اور سخت exterior رکھنے والا۔

کھردرا

khurdra

Synonyms

roughbumpysturdyکھردراناہموارموٹا

Antonyms

smoothgentlesoftہموارنرمملائم

Common Collocations

  • rugged terrain
  • rugged appearance
  • rugged landscape

Example Sentences

The rugged mountains were challenging to climb.

کھردرے پہاڑوں پر چڑھنا چیلنجنگ تھا۔

Khurdre paharon par chadhna challenging tha.

He admired the rugged beauty of the wild landscape.

اس نے وائلڈ لینڈسکیپ کی کھردری خوبصورتی کی تعریف کی۔

Us ne wild landscape ki khurdri khoobsurti ki tareef ki.

She wore a rugged jacket suitable for outdoor adventures.

اس نے ایک کھردری جیکٹ پہنی جو آؤٹ ڈور مہمات کے لیے موزوں تھی۔

Us ne ek khurdri jacket pehni jo outdoor muhimat ke liye mozu the.

Easily Confused With

rug:A 'rug' is a textile floor covering, while 'rugged' describes rough or uneven surfaces.

Word Family

ruggedness
nounکھردرا پن

See Also

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a rugged mountain that stands strong against the elements.

Visualize a steep and rocky mountain peak.

📖 Etymology

Origin: Old Norse "ruggr" — rough, hard

First known use: 14th century

The term 'rugged' evolved over time from its Old Norse roots to describe landscapes or appearances that are rough or uneven.