suffer
Translation
to experience pain, to endure, to be at a disadvantage
Examples
Many people suffer from headaches.
Many people suffer from headaches.
The business will suffer if sales don't improve.
The business will suffer if sales don't improve.
Grammar Patterns
((from sth.)) to experience pain because of (sth.) Many people suffer from headaches.
(( )) to become worse The business will suffer if sales don't improve.
Similar Words
Synonyms: endure, experience, undergo; Antonyms: enjoy, flourish
Etymology
From Latin 'sufferre' (to bear under), from 'sub' (under) + 'ferre' (to carry).
Memory Tips
Think of having to 'suffer' through a long, boring supper. The words sound alike.