Tribulation Definition & Meaning

tribulation
noun
  1. an annoying or frustrating or catastrophic event; "his mother-in-law's visits were a great trial for him"; "life is full of tribulations"; "a visitation of the plague"

"Tribulation" in song lyrics

See how tribulation is used in real songs:

  • "Through the trials and through your tribulation"
    Bizzy Bone — Who Tha Thug
  • "Faith is tried and true in tribulation"
    Kid Rock f/ Martina McBride, T.I. — Care
  • "Last days of hope, trials and tribulation"
    Nasty Boy Klick f/ Angelina — Perfect Man

Usage tips for "tribulation"

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