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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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But when Lee shared her frustrations with her graduate school adviser, noted author and avid gardener Jamaica Kincaid, she got the encouragement she needed.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Those frustrations worsened a growing divide between the two Gulf powers, which were already vying for influence over the Red Sea on opposite sides of conflicts in Sudan and Yemen.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

But ever since Brown went public with his frustrations about a diminished role in the team’s offense last year, trade rumors have swirled around the 28-year-old.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

But the frustrations came after West Ham took the lead against Leeds midway through the second half, as fans directed angry chants towards chairman Sullivan, who many blame for West Ham's current plight.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

“Sweetheart, the thing is...I’ve been unhappy for such a long time. So has your mom. The frustrations just piled up....It’s just not working anymore.”

From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper