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tribulation

noun
ˌtrɪbjʊˈleɪʃən

Meaning

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

Example Sentences

He endured many tribulations in his early years.

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

Example Expressions

trials and tribulations

Synonyms

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

Antonyms

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

Collocations

trials and tribulations, time of tribulation, face tribulation

Related Vocabularies

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A typical example or pattern of something; a model.
The practice of persuading someone to do something by using force or threats.

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