B2nounemotions
US/frʌˈstreɪ.ʃən/
UK/frʌˈstreɪ.ʃən/
the annoyed feeling you get when you cannot do or change what you want
In context
She cried with frustration after failing her driving test again.
Long waits at public hospitals cause a lot of frustration for patients.
Exercise is a healthy way to release frustration after a bad day.
Words that go with frustration
verb + noun
- express frustrationTeachers have expressed frustration over the constant changes to the exam.
- vent frustrationHe went for a long run to vent his frustration.
adjective + noun
- growing frustrationThere is growing frustration among parents about rising school fees.
noun + preposition
- source of frustrationSlow internet is a constant source of frustration for remote workers.
- sense of frustrationShe felt a deep sense of frustration when nobody listened to her.