Gruelling – Extremely tiring and demanding
(Pronounced groo-ull-ing)
To remember the definition of the word gruelling, use the following mnemonic:
The seagull grew a large wing (gruelling). It was extremely tiring to carry the extra weight around.
Examples of gruelling in a sentence
For over a year, Jake prepared for the gruelling triathlon.
The former millionaire was not prepared for the gruelling work of a day labourer.
As a travelling salesman, Jim has a gruelling schedule that keeps him moving from city to city.
