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afflict

The correct spelling is afflict.

How to pronounce afflict

/əˈflɪkt/
verb

IPA: /əˈflɪkt/

Say it like: Aff-lic-t

The correct spelling is afflict. To cause (someone) pain, suffering or distress.

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Definition

verb

  1. 1.To cause (someone) pain, suffering or distress.
  2. 2.To strike or cast down; to overthrow.
  3. 3.To make low or humble.

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