noun
- causes of pain, distress, or suffering; troubles or hardships
Usage: plural form of affliction
Examples
- The family endured many afflictions during the difficult year.
- Natural disasters brought numerous afflictions to the region.
- She bore her afflictions with remarkable patience and grace.
- The doctor specialized in treating various skin afflictions.
- Despite his physical afflictions, he maintained a positive outlook.
- The community came together to help those suffering from economic afflictions.
- Ancient texts often describe the afflictions of war and famine.