Distraughtly: meaning, definitions and examples
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distraughtly
[ dɪˈstrɔːtli ]
used in emotions
In a distressed and upset manner.
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| distraughtly |
Use this word when describing someone who is deeply disturbed or distressed, often to the point of being unable to think clearly or function normally.
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| distressed |
This term fits well for someone who is experiencing a high level of emotional pain or suffering, often due to a specific event or series of events.
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| upset |
A more general term that can apply to a range of negative emotions, including anger, disappointment, or sadness. It is less intense than 'distressed' or 'distraught'.
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| agitated |
This word is best used when someone is visibly nervous, anxious, or uneasy, often in a way that shows through their actions or speech.
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Examples of usage
- She looked at him distraughtly, tears streaming down her face.
- He paced back and forth distraughtly, unable to calm his racing thoughts.
Translations
Translations of the word "distraughtly" in other languages:
🇵🇹 desesperadamente
🇮🇳 व्याकुलता से
🇩🇪 aufgelöst
🇮🇩 dengan putus asa
🇺🇦 збентежено
🇵🇱 rozpaczliwie
🇯🇵 取り乱して
🇫🇷 éperdument
🇪🇸 angustiosamente
🇹🇷 perişan bir şekilde
🇰🇷 심란하게
🇸🇦 بشكل مضطرب
🇨🇿 zoufale
🇸🇰 zúfalo
🇨🇳 心烦意乱地
🇸🇮 obupano
🇮🇸 örvæntilega
🇰🇿 қатты уайымдап
🇬🇪 განადგურებულად
🇦🇿 ümidsizcə
🇲🇽 angustiosamente
Etymology
The word 'distraughtly' is derived from the Middle English word 'distraught' which originally meant 'distracted' or 'drawn in different directions'. Over time, the adverb form 'distraughtly' evolved to describe someone in a state of distress or upset.
See also: distraught.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,507, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.