English dictionary

frustration

/fr/@/'str/eI//S//@/n/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

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

noun.feeling

Synonyms defeat

Source: WordNet 3.0
an act of hindering someone's plans or efforts

noun.act

Synonyms foiling thwarting

Source: WordNet 3.0
a feeling of annoyance at being hindered or criticized

noun.feeling

Examples
Her constant complaints were the main source of his frustration.

Source: WordNet 3.0
The act of frustrating; disappointment; defeat; as, the <i>frustration</i> of one's designs

noun

Source: webster1913