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English

Etymology

From Latin frustratio (“disappointment”), related to frustrā (“in vain”).

Pronunciation

Noun

frustration (plural frustrations)

  1. The act of frustrating, or the state, or an instance of being frustrated
  2. A thing that frustrates
  3. The feeling of annoyance when one's actions are criticized or hindered
  4. Anger not directed at anything or anyone in particular

French

Etymology

From Latin frustratio.

Noun

frustration f. (plural frustrations)

  1. frustration

 

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