Affliction (N):
Pronunciation: uh-flik-shuhn
Word Meaning: “Affliction” refers to a state of pain, distress, or hardship. It is a condition of suffering, whether physical or mental.
Uses in Sentence:
- The illness brought great affliction to the entire family.
- Economic downturns often lead to widespread affliction in communities.
Synonyms:
- Suffering
- Distress
- Misery
- Trouble
- Adversity
Antonyms:
- Comfort
- Relief
- Happiness
- Ease
- Well-being
Word Meaning in Hindi: The word “Affliction” can be translated into Hindi as “दुख” (Dukh) or “आपत्ति” (Aapatti).
Word Uses in Hindi:
- बीमारी ने पूरे परिवार को बड़े दुख में डाल दिया। (The illness brought great affliction to the entire family.)
- आर्थिक पतन सामुदायिक स्तर पर व्यापक आपत्तियों की ओर ले जाता है। (Economic downturns often lead to widespread affliction in communities.)