Tribulation (Noun)
Meaning
An annoying or frustrating or catastrophic event; "his mother-in-law's visits were a great trial for him"; "life is full of tribulations"; "a visitation of the plague".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
Examples
- The devastating earthquake was a major tribulation for the small town, causing widespread destruction and loss of life.
- After being stuck in the traffic jam for hours, the long wait was a tribulation for the commuters trying to get home.
- The family faced many tribulations during the economic downturn, struggling to make ends meet and keep their business afloat.
- The loss of her phone and wallet was a minor tribulation, but it still caused her a lot of stress and inconvenience.
- The new government's policies were a tribulation for many small business owners, who found it difficult to comply with the strict regulations.