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frustrations

NOUN

disappointment, thwarting

Synonyms

STRONGEST

annoyance dissatisfaction failure grievance irritation resentment

STRONG

blocking blow bummer chagrin circumvention contravention curbing defeat disgruntlement downer drag fizzle foiling hindrance impediment letdown obstruction setback vexation

WEAK

bitter pill nonfulfillment nonsuccess old one-two unfulfillment

Antonyms

STRONGEST

happiness pleasure

STRONG

advance aid assistance blessing boon boost help promotion success support triumph

WEAK

cooperation encouragement facilitation

Example Sentences

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A slow start to these playoffs and last year’s postseason struggles made Reaves an online punching bag for fan frustrations.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

Voters in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal ousted ruling parties due to economic frustrations over a lack of jobs.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

“It can be cutting-edge in its content and address the turmoil and the frustrations and the anger that many of us are feeling today.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

"You've sold the team - now sell the club," chanted fans at Molineux in October as frustrations reached boiling point.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

At times, Salva felt almost frantic at the delays and frustrations.

From "A Long Walk to Water" by Linda Sue Park