Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
agonising
Adjective
/ˈæɡ.ən.aɪ.zɪŋ/
Definition
Causing great physical or mental pain.
Examples
- The agonising pain from the injury kept him awake all night.
- She went through an agonising decision-making process.
- Waiting for the results was an agonising experience.
Meaning
The term ‘agonising’ refers to a state of extreme suffering or distress that can be either physical or emotional.
Synonyms
- Intense
- Excruciating
- Severe
- Tormenting
- Wretched
