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Frustrating: meaning, definitions and examples

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frustrating

 

[ˈfrʌstreɪtɪŋ ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Adjective

feeling

Causing feelings of anger and annoyance, typically because of inability to change or achieve something.

Synonyms

aggravating, annoying, exasperating, irritating, vexing.

Examples of usage

  • It's frustrating when you can't find your keys.
  • I find it frustrating when people don't listen to me.
  • The slow internet connection is so frustrating.
  • Her constant lateness is very frustrating.
  • Dealing with bureaucracy can be frustrating.
Context #2 | Verb

action

Causing someone to feel upset or annoyed due to inability to change or achieve something.

Synonyms

aggravate, annoy, exasperate, irritate, vex.

Examples of usage

  • The constant delays frustrated the passengers.
  • She was frustrated by the lack of progress in her project.
  • He felt frustrated by the lack of support from his colleagues.

Interesting Facts

Psychology

  • Feeling frustrated can trigger the body's stress response, making us feel tense or anxious.
  • People often experience frustration when they encounter obstacles in achieving their goals, leading to a sense of helplessness.
  • It is important to recognize frustration as a natural emotion that can motivate change or problem-solving.

Literature

  • Many authors use frustration as a theme in their stories to develop characters and drive plots forward.
  • In Shakespeare's plays, characters often experience frustration when their desires are thwarted, leading to dramatic conflicts.
  • Classic novels frequently depict protagonists facing frustrating social circumstances which highlight their struggles.

Pop Culture

  • Television shows often create humorous moments from characters’ frustrating situations, showcasing relatable experiences.
  • Frustration is a common theme in video games, where players must overcome challenges to progress.
  • Many comedy routines build on the humor found in everyday frustrations, making them universally relatable.

Education

  • Learning new concepts can be frustrating for students, but this process can lead to deeper understanding.
  • Teachers often implement strategies to help students cope with frustration, fostering resilience and perseverance.
  • Group work in classrooms can sometimes lead to frustration as differing opinions and working styles clash.

Technology

  • In the tech world, frustrating software bugs can halt productivity and lead to widespread user complaints.
  • Usability studies often focus on minimizing frustrating experiences to enhance user satisfaction.
  • Developers aim to reduce frustration in applications by simplifying navigation and improving response times.

Translations

Translations of the word "frustrating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 frustrante

🇮🇳 निराशाजनक

🇩🇪 frustrierend

🇮🇩 mengecewakan

🇺🇦 розчаровуючий

🇵🇱 frustrujący

🇯🇵 イライラさせる

🇫🇷 frustrant

🇪🇸 frustrante

🇹🇷 sinir bozucu

🇰🇷 좌절감을 주는

🇸🇦 محبط

🇨🇿 frustrující

🇸🇰 frustrujúci

🇨🇳 令人沮丧的

🇸🇮 frustrirajoč

🇮🇸 pirrandi

🇰🇿 ренжіту

🇬🇪 იმედგაცრუებული

🇦🇿 məyus edən

🇲🇽 frustrante

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,175, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.