The phrase "am afflicted with" is commonly used to indicate that one is suffering from something. It is spelled "ahm uh-flik-tid with," with the stressed syllable on "fick." The first sound is the short "a" sound, followed by the "m" consonant sound, then a schwa sound before the stress on "fick." "Afflicted" has the "ih" as in "sit" vowel sound, and the last syllable has the "t" followed by the "ihd" consonant sound. The IPA transcription is /æm əˈflɪktɪd wɪθ/.
To be afflicted with is an idiomatic expression used to describe the state or condition of being affected by or suffering from a specific problem, disease, or ailment. The phrase suggests an intense and often burdensome sense of having a particular difficulty or affliction.
When someone says they are afflicted with something, it implies that they are enduring hardship, experiencing distress, or struggling with a specific issue. The word "afflicted" emphasizes the severity and negative impact that the problem has on the individual.
The affliction or problem can encompass various aspects, such as physical illness, mental health challenges, emotional distress, or personal difficulties. It can refer to both temporary and chronic conditions. For instance, a person might say they are afflicted with a chronic illness, psychological disorder, addiction, or even with an emotional state like grief or loneliness.
Using this expression signifies that the affliction affects the person significantly and may imply a sense of being overwhelmed or burdened by it. It can convey a plea for understanding and compassion from others, as well as an acknowledgment of the challenges faced by the afflicted individual.