hardy

/ˈhɑrdi/B2Loopy word list, level 5 · Proficient

Definition

n. United States slapstick comedian who played the pompous and overbearing member of the Laurel and Hardy duo who made many films (1892-1957)
n. English novelist and poet (1840-1928)
adj. having rugged physical strength; inured to fatigue or hardships
adj. able to survive under unfavorable weather conditions

Word forms

Plural: hardies
Comparative: hardier
Superlative: hardiest

Example sentences

a.
The hardy plants can survive in harsh weather conditions.
adv.
He worked hardy to finish the project on time.