- noun
1. A person who obtains things by force; a thug or bully.
“They were doing fine until they encountered a bunch of toughs from the opposition.”
- verb
2. To endure.
- adjective
3. Strong and resilient; sturdy.
“The tent, made of tough canvas, held up to many abuses.”
- interjection
4. Used to indicate lack of sympathy
“If you don't like it, tough!”