Answer: afflicts

AnswerCrossword Clue
AFFLICTSRacks
AFFLICTSTorments
AFFLICTSTroubles.
AFFLICTSTroubles
afflictsAFFLICT, to distress severely
afflicts(of a celestial body) Be in a stressful aspect with (another celestial body or a point on the ecliptic)
afflicts(of a problem or illness) Cause pain or suffering to; affect or trouble