Rugged ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Rugged ( adjective )

1. Having a rough surface or texture.
2. Having a rough, uneven, or inhospitable terrain.
3. Having a strong, tough, or hardy character.

Origin:

Late middle english: from rugge "wrinkled", from old french rugueus, of uncertain origin.

Examples:

1. The rugged terrain made the hike difficult.
2. The rugged coast is beautiful but dangerous.
3. He had a rugged look about him.
4. The rugged fabric can withstand a lot of wear and tear.
5. The rugged mountains were covered in snow.

(As a noun)

Rugged ( noun )

1. Having a rough surface or texture.
2. Having a rough, uneven, or inhospitable terrain.
3. Having a strong, tough, or hardy character.

Origin:

Late middle english: from rugge "wrinkled", from old french rugueus, of uncertain origin.

Examples:

1. The rugged terrain made the hike difficult.
2. The rugged coast is beautiful but dangerous.
3. He had a rugged look about him.
4. The rugged fabric can withstand a lot of wear and tear.
5. The rugged mountains were covered in snow.