Synonyms for
Frustration
Definition
The feeling of being upset or annoyed, especially because of inability to change or achieve something.
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- intense frustration
- growing frustration
- utter frustration
- feeling of frustration
- source of frustration
- frustration and anger
- frustration at the
- frustration with the
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Usage note
Frustration refers to the feeling of being upset or annoyed because of inability to change or achieve something. It is often used with 'with' or 'at' to indicate the cause.
Example sentences
- I felt frustration when I couldn't solve the puzzle.
- His frustration with the slow traffic caused him to be late for work.
- The team's repeated losses caused frustration among the fans.
- She felt frustration when she couldn't find her lost keys.
- Frustration can lead to negative emotions like anger and sadness.
Quotes
Frustration is the first step towards improvement. I have no incentive to improve if I'm content with what I can do and if I'm completely satisfied with my pace, progress, and performance. - John C. Maxwell
Frustration, although quite painful at times, is a very positive and essential part of success. - Bo Bennett
Frustration, I have learned, is a part of life, and one of the trickiest things to learn to deal with. - Dan Brown