How to Pronounce "afflict"
word
əˈfɫɪkt
uh-FLIKT
ɐflˈɪkt
uh-FLIKT
Definition
To cause pain, suffering, or distress to someone or something, especially from illness or trouble.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈfɫɪkt
British English
ɐflˈɪkt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-FLIKT
UK
uh-FLIKT
Listen in Context
Many families were afflicted by the economic crisis last year.
Doctors are still searching for ways to treat the diseases that afflict the elderly.
It’s heartbreaking to see so many children afflicted by war.
The disease afflicted many people in the village.