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to suffer
01
to experience and be affected by something bad or unpleasant
Transitive: to suffer something bad
Example
They suffered the consequences of their actions.
Last year, the region suffered a severe drought.
The company suffered financial losses during the economic downturn.
02
to have an illness or disease
Intransitive: to suffer from a disease
Example
The child suffered from a high fever and cough, prompting his parents to take him to the doctor.
As she watched her loved one suffer from cancer, she felt a deep sense of helplessness and despair.
Access to quality healthcare is crucial for those who suffer from chronic illnesses, ensuring timely diagnosis and effective treatment.
03
to experience mental or physical pain
Transitive
Example
She suffered from a severe headache, making it difficult for her to focus on her work.
Many people suffer silently from mental health conditions, facing stigma and discrimination in seeking help.
Despite her best efforts to maintain a healthy lifestyle, she still suffered from occasional bouts of insomnia, leaving her feeling exhausted and irritable.
04
to feel deep emotional distress or anguish
Intransitive
Example
He suffered in silence, hiding his heartbreak from others.
She suffered greatly after the loss of her best friend.
She suffers every time she thinks about her past mistakes.
05
to endure or tolerate something or someone unpleasant
Transitive: to suffer something unpleasant
Example
He had to suffer the noisy construction next door for weeks.
They suffered the harsh weather conditions on their hiking trip.
He suffered the constant criticism from his boss without complaining.
06
to decline or deteriorate in quality, condition, or appearance
Intransitive
Example
The quality of the food suffered after the restaurant changed management.
His health suffered due to his unhealthy lifestyle.
The company 's reputation suffered after the scandal.
07
to feel discomfort, distress, or unease due to a particular condition or situation
Intransitive: to suffer from sth
Example
She is suffering from the intense heat of the summer.
He is suffering from jet lag after the overnight flight.
The workers suffered from the cold temperatures in the poorly heated building.
08
to experience physical discomfort or pain
Intransitive
Example
He continued to suffer despite trying various treatments.
The patient suffered through the night, waiting for relief.
He suffered for weeks after injuring his back.
09
to face a disadvantage or experience harm, loss, or difficulty
Intransitive
Example
The team suffered after losing their best player to injury.
Without proper funding, the project suffered significantly.
The city suffered during the economic recession.
10
to experience or endure something negative, harmful, or unpleasant
Transitive: to suffer a negative or unpleasant situation
Example
He suffered a great loss when his house burned down.
The hero suffered a terrible fate in the final chapter.
Many animals suffer cruel treatment in captivity.
11
to have or display a particular habit, tendency, or characteristic
Intransitive: to suffer from a habit or tendency
Example
He suffers from a tendency to overthink every decision.
She suffers from a lack of confidence in social situations.
He suffers from a strong inclination to take unnecessary risks.
