DISTRESS
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Distress.
How to pronounce distress:
US
Distress - as a noun
Psychological suffering
Example: "The death of his wife caused him great distress"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hurtsufferingHypernyms (Closely Related)
painpainfulnessHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A state of adversity (danger or affliction or need)
Example: "A ship in distress"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
adversityhard knockshardshipHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Extreme physical pain
Example: "The patient appeared to be in distress"
The seizure and holding of property as security for payment of a debt or satisfaction of a claim
Example: "Originally distress was a landlord's remedy against a tenant for unpaid rents or property damage but now the landlord is given a landlord's lien"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
distraintExample Sentences
"She was in extreme distress after receiving the news of her father's death."
"The loud noise caused distress to the baby."
"He showed signs of distress as he clutched his chest."
"Financial distress forced them to sell their house."
"The distress in his voice was evident when he called for help."
Word Game Points
Is DISTRESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, distress is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DISTRESS has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is DISTRESS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, distress is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDISTRESS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is DISTRESS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, distress is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDISTRESS has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
