Synonyms for
Frustrating
Definition
causing feelings of disappointment, annoyance, or discouragement
Synonyms & similar words
spoil
torment
rag
crucify
thwarting
cross
frustrate
scotch
thwart
baffle
dun
bilk
bedevil
foil
queer
frustrative
annoying
irritating
exasperating
exasperating
maddening
vexing
aggravating
infuriating
provoking
exasperating
disheartening
disappointing
discouraging
galling
irksome
trying
tedious
wearisome
troublesome
bothersome
Synonyms by register
Formal
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- frustrating experience
- frustrating situation
- frustratingly difficult
- frustrating delay
- frustratingly slow
- frustratingly simple
Word family
Usage note
Often used to describe situations or tasks that hinder progress or prevent achievement. It implies a sense of annoyance and disappointment due to an inability to succeed.
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Example sentences
- It's frustrating when I can't figure out the answer to a math problem.
- It's frustrating when the internet is slow.
- It's frustrating when I can't reach something on a high shelf.
- It's frustrating when I can't find my keys.
- It's frustrating when my little brother keeps interrupting me.
Quotes
The difference between genius and stupidity is; genius has its limits. - Albert Einstein
The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela
Believe you can and you're halfway there. - Theodore Roosevelt