afflict (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /əˈflɪkt/

Definition

To cause pain, suffering, or trouble to someone or something.

Examples

• The drought continued to afflict the farmers, ruining their crops.

• Many people are afflicted with chronic illnesses that require long-term care.

• The economic recession has afflicted businesses across the country.

How to Use afflict

afflict with (prepositional phrase)

To cause someone or something to suffer from a disease or problem. — "The community was afflicted with a severe shortage of clean water."

Synonyms of afflict

Words with a similar meaning to afflict:

• harm
• trouble
• torment
• plague

Antonyms of afflict

Words with the opposite meaning to afflict:

• help
• benefit

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