challenging

Definition

  • adjective: difficult in a way that is usually interesting or enjoyable
  • adjective: arousing competitive interest, thought, or action
  • synonyms: ambitious, demanding, insubordinate

Examples

  • The slope was 'challenging' for even the most experienced climbers.

  • A number of doctors are 'challenging' the study's claims.

  • It's a 'challenging' book that requires careful reading.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) This is a major remodel, you know! This is a disaster! Was it programmed to stop before it took my head off? Ah, well... that would be a "no". - But you said, "Make it more challenging." - Hence, the live fire. Live rounds again. Poor Simon! What has she done to you? - Very funny. (..)
    2001 Lara Croft: Tomb Raider