ordeal
UK/ɒ:'di:l/US
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Definitions
n.
A very painful, difficult, or distressing experience; historically, a dangerous test used to determine guilt or innocence
严酷的考验，痛苦的经历；（古代）神裁法
Root Breakdown
Native Englishordealother
=ordeal
Common Collocations
- 1.harrowing ordeal痛苦的考验
- 2.painful ordeal难受的经历
- 3.ordeal of...的考验
Example Sentences
- 1.
Surviving the shipwreck was a harrowing ordeal that tested everyone's courage.
- 2.
The trial by fire ordeal was a severe test of strength and determination.