frustrate

• Verbe désignant l'action de provoquer chez quelqu'un un sentiment de déception, d'agacement ou de découragement, surtout lorsqu'un objectif ne peut être atteint.

A verb used to indicate the act of causing someone to feel upset, annoyed, or discouraged, especially when unable to achieve a goal.

1. Cause annoyance or angerB1formal

   To make someone feel annoyed, upset, or impatient because they cannot achieve what they want.

   contrarier, exaspérer

   • The constant delays frustrated the passengers.
   • It frustrates me when I can't find my keys.
   • His lack of progress frustrated his coach.

   Synonymesangerannoyexasperateinfuriateirritatemaddennettlepeeveprovokerilevex

   Antonymescontentdelightgratifypleasesatisfy

2. Prevent from happeningB2formal

   To prevent someone from doing something or to prevent a plan from succeeding.

   contrarier, faire échouer

   • The bad weather frustrated their plans for a picnic.
   • The security measures frustrated the attempted robbery.
   • Her efforts were frustrated by a lack of funding.

   Synonymesbalkblockcheckdefeatderailfoilforestallhamperimpedeinhibitobstructprecludethwart

   Antonymesadvanceaidfacilitatefurtherpromote