affliction
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Noun — A condition or event that causes ongoing pain, suffering, or hardship.
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Etymology
From Old French afliction, from Latin afflictio, "torment," from the verb affligere, "to strike or beat down" — related to "af-" plus "fligere," to strike.
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What does “affliction” mean?
The word “affliction” means a condition or event that causes ongoing pain, suffering, or hardship. In plain terms, a source of ongoing suffering, whether an illness, hardship, or painful situation.
How do you pronounce “affliction”?
“Affliction” is pronounced uh-FLIHK-shuhn (/əˈflɪk.ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “affliction” in a sentence?
Here is “affliction” used in a sentence: “Chronic pain has been a lifelong affliction for him.”
What part of speech is “affliction”?
“Affliction” is a noun.
Where does the word “affliction” come from?
The word “affliction” comes from Latin. From Old French afliction, from Latin afflictio, "torment," from the verb affligere, "to strike or beat down" — related to "af-" plus "fligere," to strike.
Is “affliction” a common word?
“Affliction” is an uncommon word in modern English.