thwarted Definition
- 1prevented from accomplishing a goal or purpose
- 2opposed and defeated the efforts, plans, or ambitions of someone
Using thwarted: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "thwarted" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The company's expansion plans were thwarted by the economic downturn.
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She felt thwarted in her attempts to advance her career.
Example
His efforts to win her back were thwarted by her indifference.
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Summary: thwarted in Brief
'Thwarted' [thwawr-tid] means prevented from achieving a goal or purpose. It can also refer to opposing and defeating someone's efforts or plans. Examples include 'The company's expansion plans were thwarted by the economic downturn.' and 'She felt thwarted in her attempts to advance her career.' Synonyms include 'frustrated,' 'foiled,' and 'thwart.'
