Synonyms

frustrated

American

[fruhs-trey-tid] / ˈfrʌs treɪ tɪd /

adjective

disappointed; thwarted.

an announcer who was a frustrated actor.
having a feeling of or filled with frustration; dissatisfied.

His unresolved difficulty left him absolutely frustrated.

frustrated British

/ frʌˈstreɪtɪd /

adjective

having feelings of dissatisfaction or lack of fulfilment

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Other Word Forms

unfrustrated adjective

Etymology

Origin of frustrated

First recorded in 1635–45; frustrate + -ed ²

Example Sentences

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Buckley said the effects of Arlo's brain injury have also changed his behaviour and personality, leaving him more short-tempered, easily frustrated and tired.

From BBC

Glasner was left frustrated at how Palace had twice led United at half-time this season and ended up with nothing on both occasions.

From BBC

When Julian Araujo, Celtic's frustrated full-back, ran over and wrestled the ball off him, it was just about the only one-on-one battle Celtic had won.

From BBC

They’re going to think I was just hurt and tired and frustrated and ripped it myself to give myself an out so I could quit.

From The Wall Street Journal

It's not like Rangers folk will shrug in defeat - it's not exactly their style - but Celtic fans are an angrier and more frustrated crew right now.

From BBC

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