Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Afflicting.
Afflicting - as a verb
Cause great unhappiness for; distress
Example: "She was afflicted by the death of her parents"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
discomfit17discompose17disconcert15untune6upset7Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Afflicting - as a noun
An affliction.
Example Sentences
"The afflicting pain in his knee prevented him from walking."
"The afflicting disease left her bedridden for weeks."
"The afflicting poverty in the region led to increased crime rates."
"The afflicting symptoms of the flu made him feel weak and tired."
"The afflicting nightmares kept him from getting a good night's sleep."
Word Game Points
Is AFFLICTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, afflicting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
AFFLICTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.
Is AFFLICTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, afflicting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordAFFLICTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.
Is AFFLICTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, afflicting is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordAFFLICTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.
