Synonyms for

Plight

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

Definition

a dangerous, difficult, or otherwise unfortunate situation

Synonyms & similar words

betroth predicament engage troth affiance pledge quandary predicament dilemma quandary crisis hardship misfortune adversity trouble distress mishap calamity disaster woe affliction suffering hardship burden trial tribulation challenge

Synonyms by register

Formal

predicament quandary difficulty straits

Informal

mess jam pickle bind

Literary

woe tribulation adversity

Antonyms

advantage benefit fortune success prosperity well-being

Common collocations

  • dire plight
  • plight of refugees
  • wretched plight
  • dire plight of
  • humanitarian plight
  • plight of the poor
  • dire plight of the

Word family

noun plight

Usage note

Plight typically refers to a difficult or unfortunate situation, often implying a need for help or sympathy. It is generally used to describe a state rather than an action.

Example sentences

  1. The plight of the polar bears is a concern for environmentalists.
  2. The farmer's plight was worsened by the drought.
  3. The refugees are in a terrible plight.
  4. The company is in a financial plight.
  5. The plight of the homeless is a major problem in our city.

Quotes

  • We are all born into a world filled with problems, but it is our duty to help alleviate the plights of others. - Bryant H. McGill
  • The plight of the oppressed will never improve until the oppressor is no longer blind to the truth. - Bryant H. McGill
  • We must never forget the plight of those who suffer in silence. - Bryant H. McGill

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