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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Frustrations grew, then two of the 11 employees quit.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

Frustrations over pay and working conditions have fueled sporadic organizing efforts among workers at Amazon warehouses in recent years, and the effort has picked up speed among the company’s vast network of delivery drivers.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 19, 2024

Frustrations with the insurance industry are nothing new, and they aren't limited to social media.

From Salon • Dec. 10, 2024

Frustrations also spilled over this weekend on a call between a group of moderate House Democrats and Mr Biden, according to CBS.

From BBC • Jul. 17, 2024

Frustrations Returning to college was difficult, as it prompted numerous explanations as to the cause of my absence.

From Through these Eyes The courageous struggle to find meaning in a life stressed with cancer by Isaacson, Lauren Ann