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distressed
This term describes a state of severe strain, whether emotional, financial, or physical. When applied to people, it conveys a sense of acute agitation or grief that is more intense than simple sadness, often implying a loss of composure or a feeling of being overwhelmed by crisis.
In commercial and design contexts, the word shifts from a state of suffering to a visual aesthetic. It refers to the deliberate weathering of materials to simulate age and history, transforming a negative state of decay into a desirable stylistic choice. In finance, it specifically denotes a precarious state of insolvency where an entity is struggling to meet its debt obligations.
Meanings
Having a worn or aged appearance, often created intentionally for decorative effect.
Examples
She looked completely distressed when she heard the news.
She looked completely distressed when she heard the news.
The child was distressed after losing his favorite toy.
He bought a set of distressed leather chairs for the living room.
The table had a beautifully distressed finish that looked like an antique.
The company is selling off its distressed assets to avoid total collapse.
We need to find a way to restructure this distressed debt immediately.
We need to find a way to restructure this distressed debt immediately.