Afflictive

Synonyms of afflictive

• painful
• distressing
• troublesome

Antonyms of afflictive

• pleasant
• comforting
• soothing

Collocations of afflictive

afflictive pain

Frequency: 70 %

The afflictive pain in his back made it difficult for him to move.

afflictive disease

Frequency: 60 %

She was diagnosed with an afflictive disease that required long-term treatment.

afflictive symptoms

Frequency: 55 %

The afflictive symptoms of the illness required immediate medical attention.

afflictive condition

Frequency: 50 %

Living with an afflictive condition can be challenging both physically and emotionally.

afflictive circumstances

Frequency: 45 %

Despite the afflictive circumstances, she remained resilient and hopeful.

Idiomatic Expressions for afflictive

• Phrase: afflictive emotions
  Meaning: intense or overwhelming feelings of sadness, grief, or despair
  Usage: She struggled with afflictive emotions following the breakup of her long-term relationship.