distress (B1)
noun, verb
Pronunciation: /dɪˈstres/
Definition
A state of extreme suffering, worry, or pain.
Examples
The news of the accident caused widespread distress among the families.
He was in great distress after losing his job.
The animal's distress was evident from its whimpering.
How to Use distress
- distress from (prepositional phrase)
- To suffer from a particular cause of suffering or pain. — "He experienced distress from the constant headaches."
- distress of (prepositional phrase)
- The suffering or pain experienced by someone or something. — "The distress of the lost child was heartbreaking."
- in distress (prepositional phrase)
- Experiencing suffering, pain, or danger. — "The rescue team found the hikers in distress."
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