adversity

simple noun6 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.8

Used to describe doing something despite facing serious problems or difficulties.

Indicates being in a state or period of misfortune or hardship.

To successfully deal with and gain control over a difficult situation.

Used to describe being confronted by difficult or unfavorable conditions.

To achieve a great victory or success against difficulties; more emphatic than 'overcome'.

Used to describe experiencing or encountering difficulties, often unexpectedly.