frustrated — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

frustrated (ˈfrʌstreɪtɪd)

adjective  ·  Intermediate  ·  Emotions & Feelings

🔊 ˈfrʌstreɪtɪd

Meaning

Meaning: annoyed by being unable to do something

Feeling upset or discouraged because progress is blocked.

Examples

🗣 He was frustrated by the slow internet connection.

Etymology

From Latin ‘frustrari’ meaning ‘to deceive, disappoint’.

How & Where It’s Used

Describes the person experiencing blocked effort or unmet goals.

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Tags: emotion, negative

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