frustration (n.)

  1. the feeling that accompanies an experience of being thwarted in attaining your goals

    [ Syn: defeat ]

  2. an act of hindering someones plans or efforts

    [ Syn: thwarting , foiling ]

  3. a feeling of annoyance at being hindered or criticized; her constant complaints were the main source of his frustration'

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