distress
/dɪˈstrɛs/
verb
- To cause someone to feel very worried, sad, or upset.
- It distressed him to see his friend so sick.
- The teacher's harsh words distressed the student for the rest of the day.
- The loud noise distressed the baby, and she started to cry.
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noun
- A state of great worry, sadness, or pain.
- The animal was clearly in distress, crying and limping along the road.
- The news of the accident caused her great distress.
- He tried to hide his distress, but his trembling hands gave him away.
- A situation of serious danger or difficulty that requires help.
- The government declared a state of distress after the earthquake destroyed the city.
- The hikers were in distress after getting lost in the mountains without food or water.
- The ship sent out a signal of distress when it began to sink.