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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She can’t be vocal about all of these frustrations that she has, right?

From Salon • Jun. 25, 2026

Many Iranians distinguish between their frustrations with football administrators and their feelings toward the players wearing the national jersey.

From Barron's • Jun. 21, 2026

Everyone around me got to breathe and scream and let out their frustrations about our nation in the most delightful way imaginable.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026

Companies should get rid of as many of these frustrations as possible.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 14, 2026

All the frustrations Theo has endured over the years.

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