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Distressing (Adjective)

Meaning 1

Bad; unfortunate; "my finances were in a deplorable state"; "a lamentable decision"; "her clothes were in sad shape"; "a sorry state of affairs".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The news of the natural disaster was distressing, with thousands of people left homeless and injured.
  • Her distressing financial struggles forced her to live in a small apartment and cut back on all non-essential expenses.
  • The distressing report on animal cruelty highlighted the need for stricter laws and enforcement.
  • After losing her job, she found herself in a distressing situation, struggling to make ends meet.
  • The distressing effects of climate change, including more frequent natural disasters and rising sea levels, are becoming increasingly apparent.

Synonyms

  • Sad
  • Pitiful
  • Sorry
  • Lamentable
  • Deplorable

Meaning 2

Causing distress or worry or anxiety; "distressing (or disturbing) news"; "lived in heroic if something distressful isolation"; "a disturbing amount of crime"; "a revelation that was most perturbing"; "a new and troubling thought"; "in a particularly worrisome predicament"; "a worrying situation"; "a worrying time".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

  • The news of the natural disaster was distressing to hear, especially for those who had family members in the affected area.
  • The patient's distressing symptoms worsened over time, causing her a great deal of anxiety and discomfort.
  • The documentary shed light on the distressing conditions faced by refugees in the war-torn country.
  • The thought of losing her job was distressing for Sarah, who had a family to support and bills to pay.
  • The distressing images of the accident scene were etched in the minds of the witnesses, causing them to have nightmares for weeks.

Synonyms

  • Disturbing
  • Distressful
  • Perturbing
  • Worrisome
  • Troubling
  • Worrying
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