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    Affliction

    /əˈflɪkʃən/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A condition of pain, disease, or grief; a misfortune.
    The town suffered from the affliction of a severe drought.
    A cause of pain or distress.
    His chronic illness was a constant affliction in his life.
    A state of physical or mental suffering.
    The documentary highlighted the afflictions faced by the marginalized communities.
    An event causing distress or suffering.
    The family faced many afflictions after the unexpected loss of their home.

    Etymology

    From Latin afflictio, from affligere 'to strike down, break down'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    affliction of the heart
    A deep emotional pain or grief.
    affliction prayer
    A prayer for those who are suffering or in distress.
    afflicted state
    A condition of being in suffering or distress.

    Related Words

    sorrow
    A feeling of deep distress caused by loss or disappointment.
    anguish
    Severe mental or physical pain or suffering.
    malady
    A disease or disorder of the animal body.

    Slang Meanings

    The struggle
    He's been dealing with the struggle of mental health issues.
    The pain train
    She’s riding the pain train after that breakup.