Synonyms for

Suffered

Verb / ˈsʌfɜ:d / Another word for suffered — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To experience pain, distress, or hardship.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

endured underwent experienced sustained

Informal

went through had it rough been through it

Literary

bore ached languished

Antonyms

enjoyed thrived prospered flourished benefited gained

Common collocations

  • suffered greatly
  • suffered losses
  • suffered from
  • suffered a setback
  • suffered injuries
  • suffered in silence
  • suffered a defeat

Word family

noun suffering
verb suffer
adjective suffering

Usage note

This word often implies enduring pain, distress, or hardship. It is commonly used with prepositions like 'from' to indicate the cause of the suffering.

Example sentences

  1. My grandfather suffered a heart attack last year.
  2. The athlete suffered a knee injury during the game.
  3. The town suffered a flood after heavy rains.
  4. The family suffered a loss when their dog passed away.
  5. She suffered from a cold for a few days.

Quotes

  • The purpose of suffering is to help us understand we are the ones who cause it.
  • The only way to ease our fear and be truly happy is to acknowledge it and look at it's source. Instead of trying to escape it or push it away, learn to live with it.
  • Suffering is not a punishment.

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