😔tribulation

noun
/ˌtrɪbjʊˈleɪʃən/

Meaning

a state of great trouble, suffering, or distress
A difficult time or suffering experience

Example Sentences

She remained strong through all the trials and tribulations of life.

He endured many tribulations in his early years.

Example Expressions

trials and tribulations

Synonyms

hardship, adversity, distress, suffering, ordeal, misery
Entry 1
hardship, adversity, distress, suffering, ordeal
Entry 2
hardship, suffering, misery

Antonyms

comfort, relief, joy, ease
Entry 1
comfort, relief, joy
Entry 2
comfort, relief, ease

Collocations

trials and tribulations, time of tribulation, face tribulation

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