frustrated

Stymied and annoyed

Frustrated describes the feeling of being blocked from achieving something—plans thwarted, efforts stymied, desires unfulfilled.

I'm so frustrated with this software.

The word covers a range from mild annoyance to deep exasperation.

Sexually frustrated means unable to satisfy sexual urges.

To frustrate is to cause this feeling: The delays frustrated everyone involved.

emotion

irritated

Slightly angered or bothered

aggravated · irked · peeved · disgruntled · resentful · bitter · angry · upset · indignant · fed up

blocked

thwarted

Prevented from succeeding

obstructed · hampered · foiled · defeated · derailed · stonewalled · stuck · halted · stalled · checked

disappointed

discouraged

Having lost confidence or enthusiasm

let down · disillusioned · dissatisfied · unfulfilled · dismayed · despondent · dejected · demoralized · dispirited · downcast

stressed

overwhelmed

Defeated by sheer volume

strained · tense · anxious · agitated · frayed · at breaking point · wound up · overwrought · pressured · drained

impatient

restless

Unable to be still

  • antsyRestlessly eager or nervous
  • fidgetyNervously unable to settle
  • eagerIntensely wanting something

itching · champing at the bit · waiting · delayed · held up · wanting · yearning · edgy · anxious · twitchy

Categories
Opposites
emotional state

frustratedcontent

What something contains

satisfied · fulfilled · pleased · calm · serene

goal achievement

frustratedsuccessful

Having achieved one's aims

fulfilled · accomplished · triumphant · victorious · achieving

agency and empowerment

frustratedempowered

Given power to act

enabled · capable · effective · potent · encouraged

Phrases
Family

frustrate, frustration, frustrating, frustrates, frustrations, unfrustrated

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Negative · Everyday, not technical · Rated G