frustrated; frustrating
Definition of frustrate
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: to balk or defeat in an endeavor
frustrated her opponents by her ball-handling
b
: to induce feelings of discouragement in
Not being able to find a job frustrated him.
frustrate
adjectiveDefinition of frustrate (Entry 2 of 2)
: characterized by frustration
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