frustration
Americannoun
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act of frustrating; state of being frustrated: frustrated.
the frustration of the president's efforts.
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an instance of being frustrated: frustrated.
to experience a series of frustrations before completing a project.
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something that frustrates, as an unresolved problem.
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a feeling of dissatisfaction, often accompanied by anxiety or depression, resulting from unfulfilled needs or unresolved problems.
noun
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the condition of being frustrated
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something that frustrates
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psychol
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the prevention or hindering of a potentially satisfying activity
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the emotional reaction to such prevention that may involve aggression
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Other Word Forms
- nonfrustration noun
- overfrustration noun
Etymology
Origin of frustration
First recorded in 1425–75; late Middle English frustracioun, from Latin frustrātiōn-, stem of frustrātiō “deception, disappointment”; equivalent to frustrate + -ion
Example Sentences
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"An understanding eluded the parties this time. I am sure we are, quite understandably, feeling a strong sense of frustration," he said.
From Barron's
Beijing’s unwillingness to load the fiscal policy gun has been a source of frustration for many analysts who want bigger stimulus to pivot the economy to consumption-led growth.
He often acted out his frustrations in the classroom.
"It's senseless really, but I think it is born out of frustration," she said.
From BBC
"While the journey has not been easy and has tested us, I am delighted that this story ends not in frustration, but in belonging."
From BBC
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