Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
thlipsis
Noun
ˈθlɪp.sɪs
Definition
Thlipsis is a term derived from the Greek word ‘thlipsis’ which means ‘pressure’ or ‘affliction.’
Examples
- The thlipsis of the community during the crisis brought people closer together.
- In his speech, he referred to the thlipsis faced by those in need as a call to action.
Meaning
It is often used in a theological or philosophical context to describe a state of suffering, tribulation, or distress.
Synonyms
- Affliction
- Tribulation
- Suffering
- Distress
- Adversity
