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Meaning of tribulation
A state of great trouble or suffering.
Etymology of tribulation
The word "tribulation" has its roots in Latin, derived from "tribulatio", which is itself from "tribulare", meaning to oppress or harass, and "tribulum", a threshing board used to separate grain from chaff.
Historically, the term has been used in Christian theology to describe a period of suffering or persecution that believers must endure before the second coming of Christ.
Synonyms
hardship
suffering
distress
affliction
adversity
misery
woe
trial
test
ordeal
trouble
difficulty
struggle
plight
predicament
calamity
disaster
catastrophe
misfortune
ill fortune
bad luck
misadventure
setback
reversal
blow
shock
stress
strain
anguish
agony
torture
torment
persecution
oppression
tyranny
abuse
maltreatment
ill treatment
cruelty
brutality
harshness
rigour
asperity
austerity
severity
grimness
bleakness
harshness
bitterness
desolation
despondency
desperation
hopelessness
gloom
doom
pessimism
Definitions
- A state of great trouble or suffering, especially one that lasts for a long time.
- * A test or trial of someone's patience, endurance, or faith.
Usage Examples
- The country has been going through a period of great tribulation since the economic collapse.
- * Her illness has been a tribulation for the whole family, but they are staying strong.
Antonyms
relief
comfort
solace
consolation
peace
tranquility
calmness
serenity
happiness
joy
bliss
ecstasy
euphoria
delight
pleasure
gratification
satisfaction
contentment
well being
prosperity
good fortune
luck
success
triumph
victory
blissfulness
felicity
cheerfulness
optimism
hopefulness
buoyancy
resilience
cheer