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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 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

“When one partner feels overwhelmed or unsupported, small frustrations can accumulate into conflict,” Nguyen said.

From MarketWatch • May 21, 2026

Once in a while, a conspiracy theory may be wrong but still manages to channel authentic frustrations.

From Salon • May 13, 2026

Bompastor has not used these frustrations as an excuse, admitting the season has "not been good enough".

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Amid the parishioners’ fears and frustrations, their disenfranchisement and sinking helplessness, he was somewhat brashly pointing an arrow in the opposite direction.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama