Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
agony
Noun
/ˈæɡəni/
Definition
Intense physical or mental suffering.
Examples
- He was in agony after the accident.
- The agonizing wait for the exam results was unbearable.
- She expressed her agony through her painful poetry.
Meaning
Agony refers to great pain or distress, often experienced as a prolonged suffering that can affect both the body and mind.
Synonyms
- anguish
- torment
- suffering
- distress
- pain
