infliction

noun

in·​flic·​tion in-ˈflik-shən 

1

: the act of inflicting

2

: something (such as punishment or suffering) that is inflicted

Examples of infliction in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Falwell sued for invasion of privacy, libel and intentional infliction of emotional distress. —Brieanna J. Frank, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025

The two administrators then jointly filed a suit against CPS and district officials including then-CEO Janice Jackson, alleging deprivation of due process, defamation and intentional infliction of emotional distress. —Kate Perez, Chicago Tribune, 4 Sep. 2025

After an hour of jury deliberation, Cardi was cleared on allegations of assault, battery and intentional infliction of emotional distress, as well as negligence and false imprisonment. —Jessica Bennett, VIBE.com, 3 Sep. 2025

The court said intentional infliction of emotional distress can result in bodily harm. —Robert W. Wood, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1534, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for infliction

• addiction
• affliction
• constriction
• conviction
• depiction
• eviction
• nonfiction
• prediction
• restriction
• antifriction
• benediction
• contradiction