Frustrated (Adjective)
Meaning
Disappointingly unsuccessful; "disappointed expectations and thwarted ambitions"; "their foiled attempt to capture Calais"; "many frustrated poets end as pipe-smoking teachers"; "his best efforts were thwarted".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The team was frustrated by their loss in the championship game, having been favored to win by a landslide.
- After months of searching, she was frustrated by her inability to find a job in her field.
- The hikers were frustrated by the inclement weather that forced them to turn back just short of the summit.
- The artist was frustrated by his lack of success, despite his talent and dedication to his craft.
- The entrepreneur was frustrated by the numerous setbacks and rejections she faced while trying to launch her new business.