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afflicts

The word “afflicts” has 2 syllables: af-flicts

It's pronounced as /əˈflɪkts/

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In the thesaurus, “afflicts” has 105 synonyms and 28 antonyms.

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Synonyms for afflicts

Antonyms for afflicts

Meanings of afflicts

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

Example Sentences

  • The disease afflicts thousands of people every year.
  • Severe drought afflicts the farming region during the summer months.
  • Anxiety often afflicts students before important exams.
  • The problem afflicts both small and large businesses alike.
  • Chronic pain afflicts many older adults around the world.

On this page you'll find 133 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to afflicts, such as: abets, aggravates, agitates, agonize, agonizes, aid, aids.

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