Frustration
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /fɹʌsˈtɹeɪ.ʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Frustration is a noun meaning The feeling of annoyance at impossibility from resistance or inability to achieve something.
Meaning
The feeling of annoyance at impossibility from resistance or inability to achieve something.
More Meanings
- The act of frustrating, or the state, or an instance of being frustrated.
- A thing that frustrates.
- Anger not directed at anything or anyone in particular.
Example Sentences
The hope , however , is a slight one , and most attempts to love end in frustration : even Singer cannot endure the thought of life without Antonapoulos . The next most selfless seeker after love and happiness is Mick , who longs to express herself and to communicate with others through music, and her failure is pathetic because[…]
Word Forms
- frustrations
Synonyms for frustration
Depending on context, synonyms include thwarting, defeat, frustrating, foiling.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include frustrating, thwarting, foiling, defeat, exasperation, impatience.
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