Definitions
There are 11 meanings of the word
Suffers.
How to pronounce suffers:
US
Suffers - 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
"She suffers from chronic back pain."
"He suffers from a rare genetic disorder."
"The country suffers from widespread corruption."
"The team suffers a crushing defeat in the final match."
"The car suffers minor damage in the accident."
Word Game Points
Is SUFFERS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, suffers is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SUFFERS has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is SUFFERS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, suffers is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSUFFERS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is SUFFERS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, suffers is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSUFFERS has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.