afflicting (Meaning)

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afflicting (p. pr. & vb. n.)

of Afflict

Webster

Grievously painful; distressing; afflictive; as, an afflicting event. -- Af*flicting*ly, adv.

The relentless drought was afflicting the agricultural region, leading to crop failures.
A mysterious illness was afflicting the village, causing concern among the residents.
The ongoing economic crisis was afflicting businesses, resulting in widespread job losses.
The war's aftermath left a legacy of trauma, afflicting many individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder.
An epidemic was afflicting the community, prompting urgent public health measures.
The invasive species was afflicting the local ecosystem, disrupting the natural balance.
The high levels of pollution were afflicting the air quality in urban areas.
The housing crisis was afflicting families, forcing many to live in unstable conditions.
A wave of social unrest was afflicting the nation, prompting calls for systemic change.
The rise in cyberattacks was afflicting organizations, leading to data breaches and security concerns.

of Afflict, Grievously painful; distressing; afflictive; as, an afflicting event. -- Af*flicting*ly, adv.

harsh,painful, cruel, tormenting, unbearable, harrowing, hurtful, horrible, excruciating, severe

sweet, pleasing, sustainable, tolerable,gratifying, endurable, sustainable, bearable, bearable, endurable

The relentless drought was afflicting the agricultural region, leading to crop failures.

A mysterious illness was afflicting the village, causing concern among the residents.

The ongoing economic crisis was afflicting businesses, resulting in widespread job losses.

The war's aftermath left a legacy of trauma, afflicting many individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder.