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Meaning of the word distressed in English

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distressed

US /dɪˈstrest/
UK /dɪˈstrest/
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Adjective

1.

suffering from anxiety, sorrow, or pain

Example:
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She was deeply distressed by the news of her friend's illness.
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The lost child looked very distressed.
Synonym:
anxiousupsetworriedtroubledunhappy
Synonym:
calmcomposedrelaxedhappycontent
2.

(of furniture, leather, or clothing) given an appearance of age and wear

Example:
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The antique shop had many pieces of distressed furniture.
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He wore a pair of distressed jeans.
Synonym:
agedwornantiquedweatheredfaded
Synonym:
newpristineunwornpolishedsmooth

Verb

1.

cause (someone) to feel anxiety, sorrow, or pain

Example:
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The constant criticism began to distress her.
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It distresses me to see you so unhappy.
Synonym:
upsettroubleworrybotherperturb
Synonym:
comfortsoothecalmpleasedelight
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Related Word:
distressa damsel in distress