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adjective

Definition of frustratednext
as in disappointed

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verb

past tense of frustrate
1
as in baffled
to prevent from achieving a goal a multitude of conflicting opinions frustrated me in my attempt to find a computer that best suits my needs

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2
as in discouraged
to lessen the courage or confidence of challenge the math student, but don't frustrate him or her with overly difficult problems

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Recent Examples of frustrated
Adjective
Hunt and staff were grilled by a frustrated MARTA Board of Directors this week. — Sara Gregory, AJC.com, 23 Oct. 2026 The council’s actions have left drivers angry and frustrated. — Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 22 Oct. 2026
Verb
Some Republicans are frustrated by the Democratic-only choices in the high-profile race for Los Angeles mayor, as well as the down-ballot contest for state insurance commissioner. — Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2026 Now, however, a number of fans are frustrated with how the team has gone about honoring the terms. — Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 20 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for frustrated
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frustrated
  1. disappointed
  2. baffled
  3. discouraged
  4. disillusioned
  5. hampered
  6. unfulfilled
  7. thwarted
  8. disenchanted
Adjective
  • Unfortunately for fans who had been eagerly hoping to see Skarsgård’s wicker member up close and personal in the film, they might be slightly disappointed.
    — Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Anyone hoping Luka's generosity would carry over to the concession stands inside would be sorely disappointed.
    — Alejandro Avila OutKick, FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of disappointed
Verb
  • On a lesser show, Lee would have thrown Dale a meaningful look, baffled that the material world was aligning with the woo-woo.
    — Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Beyond being frustrated with the secrecy, locals said they were baffled by the lack of specifics and clarity the stakeholders had about the project, per the records.
    — Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of baffled
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  • One card was from a Syrian woman whose family discouraged her from sitting for an on camera to share her experiences as a refugee – so Sachs settles for filming a tribute to the woman’s cooking skills.
    — Will Tizard, Variety, 27 Oct. 2026
  • The coroner strongly discouraged him from viewing the remains.
    — Nick Paumgarten, New Yorker, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of discouraged
Adjective
  • His tenure has left a vacuum in the center, with a profoundly disillusioned French public gravitating toward extremes.
    — Lauren Collins, New Yorker, 26 Oct. 2026
  • As Democrats seek to energize Black voters—a key constituency that has traditionally supported the party—the candidates’ appearances also aim to re-engage voters who may currently feel disillusioned with the Democratic Party.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of disillusioned
Verb
  • Cocoa production was hampered by extreme-weather issues for years, causing prices for the crop to surge.
    — Aoife Walsh, Washington Post, 27 Oct. 2026
  • O’Connor, conversely, may be hampered by his sympathetic warmth.
    — Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of hampered
Adjective
  • From the unfulfilled promise of 40 acres and a mule, to modern-day reparations proposals, initiatives to address the legacy of slavery are entering a new era of political uncertainty.
    — Fatima Hussein, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2026
  • From the unfulfilled promise of 40 acres and a mule, to modern day reparations proposals, initiatives to address the legacy of slavery are entering a new era of political uncertainty.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of unfulfilled
Verb
  • Every time the twitchy little bug stops for a moment, Snaggletooth focuses to prepare a pounce, only to be thwarted as the fatty snack buzzes to another spot in the nest.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 27 Oct. 2026
  • The local ceasefire is due to last through Saturday, or longer, though deep mistrust between Russia and Ukraine has thwarted previous attempts at ceasefires.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of thwarted
Adjective
  • Hilton is counting on voters like Summer Behan, a former Democrat, to not only vote for him but persuade other disenchanted voters.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2026
  • The state persistently ranks near the bottom nationally on poverty, crime and public education, and disenchanted voters are pleading for change.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of disenchanted

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