rugged
adjective/ˈrʌɡɪd/
Frequency rank: #6,861 most common English word
Meaning
having a strongly irregular, rough, or uneven surface; hardy and strong.
Example sentence
The hikers were warned that the trail through the mountains would be rugged and difficult to navigate.
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