Meaning Of The Word Plight

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plight
If you refer to someone's plight, you mean that they are in a difficult or distressing situation that is full of problems.

plight in American English 1
a condition or state of affairs; esp., now, an awkward, sad, or dangerous situation
noun: a condition, state, or situation, esp. an unfavorable or unfortunate one

plight in American English 2
a pledge
to pledge or promise, or bind by a pledge
noun: pledge
transitive verb: to pledge (one's troth) in engagement to marry

plight in British English 1
noun: a condition of extreme hardship, danger, etc

plight in British English 2
to give or pledge (one's word)

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