Synonyms for
Frustrating
Definition
causing feelings of disappointment, annoyance, or discouragement
Synonyms & similar words
scotch
rag
thwarting
thwart
baffle
bilk
frustrative
crucify
dun
cross
foil
torment
frustrate
bedevil
queer
spoil
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.
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