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Frustration

/fɹʌsˈtɹeɪ.ʃən/ · noun

Meaning

The feeling of annoyance at impossibility from resistance or inability to achieve something..

Definitions by Sense

  1. The feeling of annoyance at impossibility from resistance or inability to achieve something.
  2. The act of frustrating, or the state, or an instance of being frustrated.
  3. A thing that frustrates.
  4. 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[…]

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does frustration mean?

Frustration means The feeling of annoyance at impossibility from resistance or inability to achieve something..

What is a synonym for frustration?

Common synonyms include thwarting, defeat, frustrating, foiling.

What is the opposite of frustration?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use frustration in a sentence?

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[…]

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