What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
frustrate
Example
I was frustrated when my computer crashed and I lost all my work. [frustrated: adjective]
Example
The lack of resources frustrated the team's efforts to complete the project on time. [frustrated: verb]
thwart
Example
The security guard thwarted the thief's attempt to steal the jewelry. [thwarted: verb]
Example
The bad weather thwarted our plans to have a picnic in the park. [thwart: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Frustrate is more common than thwart in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between frustrate and thwart?
Both frustrate and thwart can be used in formal and informal contexts, but thwart may be more formal due to its less frequent usage in everyday language.
