Learn English – I need a word that describes a person who is hard to love

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Example: "It's not that I hate you, but rather that you're just a __________ person." I'm looking for a word that means 'hard to love' when referring to unconditional love for a family member.

Best Answer

difficult can be used as a diplomatic phrase for someone who is unpleasant to socialise or associate with.

eg.

I'm not looking forward to working with Pete, let's just say he's a bit... difficult.

It's not that I hate you, but rather that you're a bit difficult.