Afflict
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British pronunciation/ɐflˈɪkt/
American pronunciation/əˈfɫɪkt/

Definition & Meaning of "afflict"

to afflict
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to cause pain, suffering, or distress, often as a result of illness, injury, or hardship

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Example
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Poverty afflicts many families in this neighborhood.
The virus is currently afflicting communities worldwide.
The region was afflicted by a severe drought last year.
War has afflicted the region for decades, leaving a legacy of destruction and suffering.
If left unchecked, climate change will afflict future generations with catastrophic consequences.
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