adversity
gb/ædvˈɚsɪti/ us/ædvˈɚsɪti/
B2
Inglés
~ 9800
Acepciones
0 acepciones
Sustantivo
B2
state
1
serious difficulty or misfortune
A difficult or unlucky situation in your life that causes serious problems.
Patrón de uso:
in the face of [adversity]
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse "adversity" with "adversary". "Adversity" is a difficult situation, while an "adversary" is a person or group you are fighting against. For example, "He faced great adversity" (correct) vs. "He is my adversity" (incorrect; should be "He is my adversary"). Another mistake is using it only for small problems; "adversity" usually refers to more serious or long-term difficulties.
Sinónimos
hardship (Often suggests long-lasting difficulty or suffering, especially with money or living conditions.)
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misfortune (Focuses more on bad luck or unfortunate events rather than the ongoing difficult state.)
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difficulty (More general and usually less serious; adversity is stronger and more formal.)
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trial (Often used in a more emotional or moral sense, especially in the phrase "trials and tribulations.")
Antónimos
prosperity (Opposite in terms of financial and life conditions: comfort and success instead of hardship.)
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good fortune (Opposite in terms of luck: positive, lucky events instead of bad luck and problems.)
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ease (Opposite in terms of effort: life without serious difficulty or struggle.)
Colocaciones
face adversity
|overcome adversity
|in the face of adversity
|triumph over adversity
|deal with adversity
|adversity strikes
Temas
life
|emotions
|society
|core_vocabulary
|daily_life
Ejemplos
- She showed remarkable courage in the face of adversity.
- Adversity often reveals a person's true character.
- The company survived years of financial adversity before finally becoming profitable.
- Growing up in adversity taught him to be resourceful and independent.
- After the flood, the community pulled together to overcome the adversity they all faced.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- He faced great adversity after his business failed.
- The team stayed strong in times of adversity.
- Adversity can help people grow and learn.
- She did not give up, even in adversity.
- Many families live with daily adversity, such as money problems or illness.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
adversity
AFI
GB/ædvˈɚsɪti/
US/ædvˈɚsɪti/
Sílabas y acento
ad - versity (2 sílabas)
Stress on 2nd syllable (versity)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: adversity
- Plural: adversities, adversity
Familia de palabras
Forms
adversities
noun
Related words
adversary
noun C1
adversarial
adjective C1
Expresiones
adversity builds character
1/ædvˈɚsɪti bˈɪldz kˈɛɹɪktɚ/
fixed phrase
hardship develops a person's character
The idea that hard times help people become stronger and better.
Ejemplos
- Some parents believe that adversity builds character.
- He likes to say that adversity builds character whenever things go wrong.
- Many coaches tell their teams that adversity builds character.
in the face of adversity
1/ˈɪn ðə fˈeɪs əv ædvˈɚsɪti/
idiom
continue or stand firm despite adversity
To keep going and not give up when life is very difficult.
Ejemplos
- She stayed positive in the face of adversity.
- The villagers worked together in the face of adversity after the storm.
- Good leaders remain calm in the face of adversity.
in times of adversity
1/ˈɪn tˈaɪmz əv ædvˈɚsɪti/
fixed phrase
during difficult periods
When life is very hard or when many bad things are happening.
Ejemplos
- True friends stay with you in times of adversity.
- In times of adversity, people often turn to family for support.
- Leaders are tested most in times of adversity.
learn from adversity
1/lˈɚn fɹˈʌm ædvˈɚsɪti/
fixed phrase
gain wisdom from hardship
To understand important lessons because you had very hard experiences.
Ejemplos
- She tried to learn from adversity instead of feeling angry.
- We can learn from adversity and avoid the same mistakes next time.
- Good managers help their teams learn from adversity.
overcome adversity
1/ˈoʊvɚkˌʌm ædvˈɚsɪti/
fixed phrase
succeed after serious difficulty
To deal with very hard problems and finally win or succeed.
Ejemplos
- He overcame adversity to become a successful lawyer.
- The film tells the story of a woman who overcomes adversity through hard work.
- Many athletes talk about overcoming adversity on their way to the top.
strength in adversity
1/stɹˈɛŋθ ˈɪn ædvˈɚsɪti/
fixed phrase
inner strength during hardship
The quality of staying strong and brave when life is very difficult.
Ejemplos
- Her strength in adversity inspired everyone around her.
- The book highlights the community's strength in adversity.
- They showed great strength in adversity after losing their home.
triumph over adversity
1/tɹˈaɪəmf ˈoʊvɚ ædvˈɚsɪti/
fixed phrase
great victory despite hardship
To have a big and clear success after very hard times.
Ejemplos
- Her life is a powerful story of triumph over adversity.
- The documentary shows the team's triumph over adversity after years of loss.
- Critics called the performance a triumph over adversity for the injured dancer.