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distraught

1 of 1adjective
/dɪˈstrɔt/
1

very upset and overwhelmed with strong emotions like sadness, worry, or despair

  • After losing her beloved pet, she was absolutely distraught and couldn't stop crying.
  • When he received the news of his failed exam, he became distraught and locked himself in his room.
  • The family was distraught when their home was destroyed in the hurricane.
  • He appeared distraught at the funeral, unable to contain his grief.
  • She was distraught with worry when her child didn't come home on time.
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