frustrates

verb

Definition of frustratesnext
present tense third-person singular of frustrate
1
as in baffles
to prevent from achieving a goal a multitude of conflicting opinions frustrated me in my attempt to find a computer that best suits my needs

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2
as in discourages
to lessen the courage or confidence of challenge the math student, but don't frustrate him or her with overly difficult problems

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  1. discourages
  2. impedes
  3. prevents
Verb
  • Others rely on odor, such as predator urine, that frightens them away from the area or a bad smell from rotten eggs that simply discourages them.
    Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Nov. 2024
  • The Kingdom must prioritize its interests by advocating for a balanced approach that discourages escalation and promotes dialogue rather than confrontation.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 24 Nov. 2024
Definition of discourages
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  • Unfortunately, this impedes the creative process and results in an uneven end product.
    Jerry Weissman, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
  • This draconian ban impedes humanitarian efforts, prevents 100,000 Korean Americans from seeing their family and cuts off the only current avenue for people-to-people contact essential to peacemaking.
    Christine Ahn, Chicago Tribune, 17 Oct. 2024
Definition of impedes
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  • The inclusion of glass fibers prevents the material from shattering upon impact, addressing one of the primary concerns associated with ceramic watch cases.
    Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Another rule prevents teams with even higher payrolls, those operating in the second apron of the luxury tax, from sending out more than one player in a trade.
    Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 10 Dec. 2024
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