English Synonym Finder

frustrate

Definitions

To prevent a plan or attempt from progressing, succeeding, or being fulfilled.

To cause someone to feel annoyed, discouraged, or upset due to an inability to change or achieve something.

Examples

It can frustrate even the most patient teacher when students refuse to listen.

The constant technical glitches began to frustrate the entire team during the presentation.

Synonyms

thwart hinder baffle foil obstruct disappoint stymie

Antonyms

assist encourage facilitate help promote support advance