affliction

affliction is a   Noun

Definition:

[1] The cause of continued pain of body or mind, as sickness, losses, etc.; an instance of grievous distress; a pain or grief. To repay that money will be a biting affliction. Shak.

[2] The state of being afflicted; a state of pain, distress, or grief. Some virtues are seen only in affliction. Addison.

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