tough
柯林斯词典
1. ADJ A tough person is strong and determined, and can tolerate difficulty or suffering. 坚强的
He built up a reputation as a tough businessman. 他树立起了一个坚强生意人的名声。
2. toughnessN-UNCOUNT 坚强
Ms. Potter has won a reputation for toughness and determination on her way to the top. 波特小姐在奋斗到顶层的过程中赢得了坚强和果断的名声。
3. ADJ If you describe someone as tough, you mean that they are rough and violent. 粗暴的
He had shot three people dead earning himself a reputation as a tough guy. 他已开枪打死了3个人，为自己赢得了一个硬汉的名声。
4. ADJ A tough place or area is considered to have a lot of crime and violence. 治安很差的
She doesn't seem cut out for this tough neighbourhood. 她似乎不适合这个治安很差的社区。
5. ADJ A tough way of life or period of time is difficult or full of suffering. 艰苦的
She had a pretty tough childhood. 她度过了一个非常艰苦的童年。
6. ADJ A tough task or problem is difficult to do or solve. 困难的
It was a very tough decision but we feel we made the right one. 这是一个非常困难的决定，但我们觉得自己做出了正确的选择。
7. ADJ Tough policies or actions are strict and firm. (政策或行动) 强硬的
He is known for taking a tough line on security. 他以在安全方面采取强硬路线而闻名。
8. ADJ A tough substance is strong, and difficult to break, cut, or tear. (物质) 坚硬的
In industry, diamond can form a tough, non-corrosive coating for tools. 在工业中，钻石可以制成工具上的一层坚硬且耐腐蚀的涂层。
9. ADJ Tough meat is difficult to cut and chew. (肉) 嚼不动的
The steak was tough and the peas were like bullets. 牛排硬得嚼不动，豌豆就像子弹。
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tough /tʌf/ (tougher,toughest)
剑桥词典
- I can't eat this meat - it's too tough.
- Polyurethane varnish provides a tough, scratch-resistant finish .
- We need a mayor who is tough enough to clean up this town .
- You'll need some fairly tough footwear to go walking up mountains .
- Several governments have adopted tough new anti-terrorist legislation in the wake of the attacks .
- It's been a tough six months and I feel I've earned a few weeks off.
- We'll have to make some tough decisions - there are no easy options .
- It's going to be a tough competition but I'm mentally prepared for it.
- This course is really tough, - sometimes I feeling like packing it all in.
- Now I'm going to ask you a really tough question - are you ready ?
tough adjective (STRONG)
strong ; not easily broken or made weaker or defeated结实的；坚固的；坚强的
These toys are made from tough plastic . 这些玩具是由结实的塑料制成的。
Children's shoes need to be tough. 童鞋必须结实。
You have to be tough to be successful in politics . 要在政界取得成功就必须坚强。
informal Their lawyer is a real tough customer /nut (= person ). 他们的律师真是很有主见。
strong and determined
强硬的；严厉的
Tough new safety standards have been introduced for cars . 汽车生产采用了更加严格的新安全标准。
There have been calls for tougher controls /restrictions on what online retailers are allowed to sell . 一直有人呼吁要对网上零售商出售的商品种类严加控制／限制。
After some tough bargaining , we finally agreed on a deal . 经过艰苦的讨价还价，我们最终达成了一笔交易。
I think it's time the police got tougher on/with (= treated more severely ) people who drink and drive . 我觉得警方该对酒后驾车者采取更加严厉的措施。
The government is continuing to take a tough line on terrorism . 政府继续对恐怖主义采取强硬的态度。
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tough adjective (DIFFICULT)
difficult to do or to deal with困难的；棘手的
They've had an exceptionally tough life . 他们的一生异常艰苦。
They will be a tough team to beat . 他们会是一支很难战胜的队伍。
The company is going through a tough time at the moment . 公司现在正值困难时期。
We've had to make some very tough decisions . 我们不得不作出了一些很艰难的决定。
My boss has given me a tough job /assignment . 我的老板给了我一个棘手的活儿／任务。
Many homeless people are facing a tough winter . 许多无家可归者正面临严冬的考验。
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tough adjective (FOOD)
Tough food is difficult to cut or eat .（食物）老的，不易切开的，嚼不动的
This steak is very tough. 这块牛排很不好嚼。
These apples have tough skins . 这些苹果的皮很老。
tough adjective (VIOLENT)
likely to be violent or to contain violence ; not kind or pleasant
粗鲁的；暴力的；不友善的
a tough neighbourhood 治安很差的社区
Many of the country's toughest criminals are held in this prison . 这个国家最凶残的罪犯有许多都关在这座监狱里。
tough adjective (UNLUCKY)
C2 informalunlucky
不幸的，倒霉的
"I have to work late today because I'm very behind on my work ." "Oh, tough luck !" “我今天必须加班，因为落下了许多活儿。”“哦，真倒霉！”
It's tough on Geoff that he's going to miss the party . 杰弗真倒霉，他要错过这次聚会了。
informal
sometimes used to show that you have no sympathy for someone's problems or difficulties
活该（表示不同情）
"I don't have any money left ." "Well, (that's just) tough - you shouldn't have spent it all on cigarettes ." “我的钱都花光了。”“哼，活该——你不该把钱都拿来买烟。”
习语
it's tough at the top(as) tough as old boots
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