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frustrated

Pronunciation: [frʌs.trə.teɪtɪd]

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Learn how to use frustrated in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “emotions”

(adjective) feeling upset or annoyed because things are not going the way you want them to. When you try hard to do something but it doesn't work out, you might feel frustrated.

Example

She felt frustrated when her project didn't turn out as she had hoped.

Example

He wasn't frustrated at all; he calmly accepted the changes.

Example

Why do you feel frustrated with your homework?

Context: “obstacles”

(verb) to make someone feel annoyed or upset because they cannot do something or achieve what they want. When you stop someone from reaching their goal, you frustrate them.

Example

The delay frustrated the team, but they decided to try again later.

Example

She did not frustrate him; instead, she helped him find a solution.

Example

Did the rain frustrate your plans for the picnic?

How to pronounce frustrated

Pronunciation: [frʌs.trə.teɪtɪd]

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