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The condition of someone who suffers
“We naturally empathize with the suffering of others, as to do otherwise would not be human.”
The state of having a lack of something that is necessary or essential
A sudden short bout of an illness or stress
Prolonged cruel or unjust treatment, especially through the exercise of authority
A continuous or prolonged dull pain in a part of one's body
(religion) A state of eternal punishment and damnation into which a sinner passes after death
The fact of withstanding prolonged hardship
Fate worse than death
A punishment imposed for breaking a law, rule, or contract
Experiencing mental or emotional pain
“Suffering endears men to me, because a suffering man resembles me.”
In poor health
Having an ache in a part of one's body
Lacking in material possessions or financial wealth
Causing great physical or mental pain
Suffering intense distress or strain
Being afflicted with something unfortunate
“Terry Conklin would suffer a humiliating defeat to James Roper in the ring despite the great amount of hype.”
Present participle for to feel deep sadness, distress or anguish
“The family would suffer greatly from the passing of their dear grandfather.”
Present participle for to become, or appear worse, in quality
“The quality of the company's products would continue to suffer under incompetent management.”
Present participle for to be afflicted by an illness or ailment
“If you have allergic asthma, you or other family members may well also suffer from eczema or hay fever.”
(archaic) Present participle for to tolerate
“I will no longer suffer your incessant self-aggrandizement!”
Present participle for to allow (someone) to do something
“My conscience would not suffer me to accept any more.”
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