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The future tense form of 'afflict' is formed by using the auxiliary verb will followed by the base form of the verb afflict. Example: If not treated, the condition will afflict him for the rest of his life. (If not treated, the condition will afflict him for the rest of his life.)
Definition of “afflict”
- to cause pain or suffering to someone or something
- to trouble or distress greatly
Tense sentence structure and examples:
Notes from a Native English Speaker
Here are the general structures of a present and past participle. Remember, some verbs have an irregular form and may not follow this structure: Present Participle: [Verb] -ing Past Participle: [Verb] -ed
| Future Simple | afflict |
| Future Continuous | afflicting |
| Future Perfect | afflicted |
Example
The new policy will afflict small businesses.
Example
Climate change will afflict future generations.
Example
At this time next year, the pandemic will be afflicting more countries.
Example
The consequences of their actions will be afflicting them for years to come.
Example
By the end of the decade, the disease will have afflicted millions of people.
Example
Their poor choices will have afflicted their future.
