How to Pronounce Aggrieved

To pronounce "aggrieved", say AGGR-iev-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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AGGR-iev-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “aggrieved”

"aggrieved" has 3 syllables: aggr-iev-ed. It rhymes with bereaved and peeved, if that helps it stick.

What does aggrieved mean?

verb

  1. To cause someone to feel pain or sorrow to; to afflict
  2. To grieve; to lament.

adjective

  1. Angry or resentful due to unjust treatment.

    “I am aggrieved at the conditions which have been forced upon me.”

  2. Having one's rights denied or curtailed.

    “The aggrieved person may present their petition to the court for review.”

Words that rhyme with aggrieved

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bereavedpeevedperceivedconceivedheavedachievedreceivedrelievedgrieveddeceivedcleavedmisconceived

Related words

injuredwrongedstrickendissatisfieddiscontenteddamagedimpairedhandicapped

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "aggrieved"?▾

"Aggrieved" has 3 syllables: aggr · iev · ed.

What does "aggrieved" mean?▾

Aggrieved: To cause someone to feel pain or sorrow to; to afflict

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