Definitions
There are 11 meanings of the word
Suffer.
How to pronounce suffer:
US
Suffer - as a verb
Undergo or be subjected to
Example: "He suffered the penalty"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
endureHypernyms (Closely Related)
experiencego throughseeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
enjoyUndergo (as of injuries and illnesses)
Example: "She suffered a fracture in the accident"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gethavesustainHypernyms (Closely Related)
experiencegethavereceiveHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Experience (emotional) pain
Example: "Every time her husband gets drunk, she suffers"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
experiencefeelHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Put up with something or somebody unpleasant
Example: "I cannot bear his constant criticism"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abidebearbrookdigestendurestandstick outstomachsupporttolerateHypernyms (Closely Related)
allowcountenanceletpermitHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Get worse in quality
Example: "His grades suffered"
Be in pain
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hurtHypernyms (Closely Related)
beHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
be wellFeel physical pain
Example: "Were you hurting after the accident?"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
achehurtHypernyms (Closely Related)
comprehendperceiveHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Feel unwell or uncomfortable
Example: "She is suffering from the hot weather"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
beHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Be given to
Example: "She suffers from a tendency to talk too much"
Be set at a disadvantage
Example: "This author really suffers in translation"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
loseExample Sentences
"I suffer from chronic back pain."
"She suffers from anxiety and depression."
"Many people suffer in silence with their mental health issues."
"He suffered a severe injury in the car accident."
"The homeless population suffers greatly during the winter."
Word Game Points
Is SUFFER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, suffer is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SUFFER has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is SUFFER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, suffer is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSUFFER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is SUFFER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, suffer is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSUFFER has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.