Afflict

//əˈflɪkt//

Word Type

Verb

The word "afflict" can be used as a verb.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

afflictee afflicter afflictingly reafflict unafflicting

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

damage discomfit discompose disconcert untune upset

Manner Of

damage hurt upset

Related Terms

affliction afflictive

Related Terms

affliction afflictive distress pain suffering

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