Synonyms for

Afflictions

Verb / ʌˈflɪkʃʌnz / Another word for afflictions — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The state of being in pain, distress, or hardship.

Synonyms & similar words

affliction sufferings hardships troubles woes miseries pains griefs woes burdens torments agonies anguishes hurts ills distresses calamities problems plights trials tribulations

Example sentences

  1. The man's afflictions made it hard for him to work.
  2. Her afflictions were too much for her to bear.
  3. The dog's afflictions caused it to be in pain.
  4. Their afflictions brought them closer together.
  5. The boy's afflictions made him feel alone.

Quotes

  • Affliction is often that thing which prepares an ordinary person for some sort of an extraordinary destiny.
  • There is nothing that makes us feel so much alive as to see others die.
  • In the hour of distress and misery, the eye of every mortal turns to friendship.

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