CEFR C1

affliction

noun

Meaning

Something that causes pain or suffering, especially a disease or a problem.

Examples

The country has been plagued by the affliction of poverty for decades.
Arthritis is a common affliction among older adults, causing joint pain and stiffness.

Synonyms: trouble, hardship, ailment, malady, tribulation

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affliction (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /əˈflɪkʃən/

Definition

Something that causes pain or suffering, especially a disease or a problem.

Examples

The country has been plagued by the affliction of poverty for decades.
Arthritis is a common affliction among older adults, causing joint pain and stiffness.
Despite his many afflictions, he maintained a positive outlook on life.

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