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Meaning of thwarted in English

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    thwarted

    Definitions

    1. disappointingly unsuccessful

    Examples

    • « disappointed expectations and thwarted ambitions »
    • « their foiled attempt to capture Calais »
    • « many frustrated poets end as pipe-smoking teachers »
    • « his best efforts were thwarted »

    Synonyms

    • unsuccessful

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