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afflicted

The word “afflicted” has 3 syllables: af-flict-ed

It's pronounced as /əˈflɪktɪd/

What is synonym and antonym for afflicted?

In the thesaurus, “afflicted” has 115 synonyms and 48 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for afflicted along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for afflicted

Antonyms for afflicted

Meanings of afflicted

  • verb
    1. To cause (someone) pain, suffering or distress.
    2. To strike or cast down; to overthrow.
    3. To make low or humble.
  • adjective
    1. Suffering from an affliction, or suffering from pain, distress or disability.

Example Sentences

  • The region was afflicted by severe flooding last year.
  • Many families were afflicted with financial hardship during the crisis.
  • He looked tired and afflicted after the long illness.
  • The crops were afflicted by insects and disease.
  • Communities afflicted by poverty often need additional support.

On this page you'll find 163 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to afflicted, such as: abetted, able-bodied, achy, aggravated, agitated, agonized, aided.

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