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

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frustrations

Exam leaks were the spark, but the anger quickly spread to deeper frustrations among young Indians over jobs, economic opportunities and a lack of faith in institutions.

From Barron's ● Aug. 8, 2026

The waning labor-force participation rate is also likely a reflection of job hunters’ rising frustrations as they try to find work.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 7, 2026

He replaced former England defender Casey Stoney in 2021, who quit over frustrations at a lack of investment from the club.

From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2026

But outrage over alleged exam irregularities soon turned it into an unlikely rallying point for broader frustrations over unemployment, failing institutions and political indifference.

From BBC ● Jul. 29, 2026

All the frustrations Theo has endured over the years.

From "Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers" by Deborah Heiligman