Afflict (V):
Pronunciation: uh-flikt
Word Meaning: “To afflict” means to cause pain, suffering, or distress. It refers to the act of imposing hardship or trouble upon someone or something.
Uses in Sentence:
- The region was afflicted by a severe drought, leading to widespread crop failure.
- Mental health issues can afflict individuals of all ages.
Synonyms:
- Trouble
- Torment
- Suffer
- Plague
- Distress
Antonyms:
- Heal
- Comfort
- Soothe
- Relieve
- Assist
Word Meaning in Hindi: The word “Afflict” can be translated into Hindi as “आपत्ति देना” (Aapatti Dena) or “कष्ट पहुँचाना” (Kasht Pahunchana).
Word Uses in Hindi:
- क्षेत्र को एक गंभीर सूखा ने प्रभावित किया, जिससे व्यापक कृषि असफलता हुई। (The region was afflicted by a severe drought, leading to widespread crop failure.)
- मानसिक स्वास्थ्य समस्याएं सभी आयुवर्ग के व्यक्तियों को प्रभावित कर सकती हैं। (Mental health issues can afflict individuals of all ages.)