How to Pronounce "afflicts"
word
əˈfɫɪkts
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ɐflˈɪkts
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Definition
To cause pain, suffering, or distress to someone or something, especially from disease or serious problems.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈfɫɪkts
British English
ɐflˈɪkts
Simplified Pronunciation
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Listen in Context
Malaria afflicts many people in tropical countries.
Poverty afflicts millions around the world.
Strong headaches often afflict him during winter.
Depression still afflicts people even when everything seems fine on the outside.