difficulty
//ˈdɪfɪkəlti//
Noun
difficultySingular
difficultiesPlural
1
The state or condition of being hard to do or accomplish; the quality of requiring effort, skill, or determination.
The difficulty of the task surprised everyone.
2
A problem, obstacle, or challenge that makes something hard to achieve or understand.
We encountered several difficulties during the project.
3
A situation of hardship or distress; trouble.
The company is in financial difficulty.