Pronunciation: /dɪˈstrɛs/
noun extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain
A1 She felt distress when she lost her favorite toy.
A2 The loud noises caused distress to the baby.
B1 Financial distress can lead to anxiety and depression.
B2 The distress of losing a loved one can be overwhelming.
C1 The distress of the situation was evident in her tear-stained face.
C2 He tried to hide his distress, but his trembling hands gave him away.
verb to cause worry or trouble
A1 She was distressed when she couldn't find her keys.
A2 The loud noise distressed the baby and made him cry.
B1 The constant barking of the neighbor's dog distressed her to the point of considering moving.
B2 The news of the company's bankruptcy distressed all the employees.
C1 The ongoing conflict in the region has distressed the entire population.
C2 The loss of a loved one can deeply distress even the strongest of individuals.
formal The company offered counseling services for employees experiencing distress.
informal I could see the distress in her eyes when she received the bad news.
slang I'm in such distress over my upcoming exams.
figurative The distressed wood on the old barn gave it a rustic charm.
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