English Definition
n. a dangerous, difficult, or otherwise unfortunate situation.
Significado en Español
situación difícil, apuro
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
tình cảnh khó khăn, cảnh khốn cùng
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
English translation: plight (difficulty, hardship) - Think of ''plight'' as something like a ''flight'' into something troubling or dire.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
In the midst of financial turmoil, the CEO described the company''s current _____ as deeply troubling.
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A
vacation
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B
plight
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C
celebration
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D
prosperity
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B — plight.
“plight” means n. a dangerous, difficult, or otherwise unfortunate situation.
Common questions about “plight”
What does “plight” mean?
plight — n. a dangerous, difficult, or otherwise unfortunate situation.. In Chinese: 困境，苦难.
How do you pronounce “plight”?
plight is pronounced /plaɪt/. It breaks into 1 syllable: plight.
Is “plight” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. plight appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “plight”?
English translation: plight (difficulty, hardship) - Think of ''plight'' as something like a ''flight'' into something troubling or dire.
