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Meaning of be cursed with
The primary meaning of "be cursed with" is to be afflicted or troubled by something.
Etymology of be cursed with
The phrase "be cursed with" has its roots in the Old English word "curs" which meant "a prayer or invocation for evil or misfortune to befall someone".
Historically, the word "curse" was used to describe a supernatural affliction or a divine punishment.
Over time, the phrase "be cursed with" evolved to include a broader range of meanings, including being afflicted or troubled by something.
Synonyms
afflicted with
plagued by
beset with
troubled by
haunted by
tormented by
cursed with
saddled with
burdened with
weighed down by
oppressed by
overwhelmed by
stricken with
smitten with
haunted by
dogged by
vexed by
Vexed with
bothered by
pestered by
beleaguered by
harassed by
beset by
troubled with
saddled with
Definitions
- To be afflicted or troubled by something, especially something that is considered to be a source of misery or suffering.
- * To be haunted or tormented by a problem, a feeling, or a memory that will not go away.
Usage Examples
- The city was cursed with a severe drought that lasted for years.
- * She was cursed with a bad memory that made it difficult for her to learn new things.
- * The team was cursed with a string of injuries that prevented them from winning the championship.
Antonyms
blessed with
gifted with
endowed with
graced with
favored with
privileged with
lucky with
fortunate with
advantaged with
rewarded with
granted with
provided with
bestowed with
honored with