frustration
US /frʌsˈtreɪ.ʃən/
UK /frʌsˈtreɪ.ʃən/
1.
the feeling of being upset or annoyed, especially because of inability to change or achieve something
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He slammed his fist on the table in frustration.
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The constant delays caused a lot of frustration among the passengers.
2.
the prevention of the progress, success, or fulfillment of something
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The lack of funding led to the frustration of their research efforts.
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Despite the frustration of his plans, he remained optimistic.