Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

excruciating

Adjective
/ɪkˈskruː.ʃi.eɪ.tɪŋ/
Definition
Intensely painful or severe.
Examples
  • The patient experienced excruciating pain after the surgery.
  • She felt excruciating embarrassment when she tripped in front of everyone.
  • The wait for the results was excruciating.
Meaning
The term ‘excruciating’ refers to a level of discomfort or pain that is exceptionally strong and almost unbearable.
Synonyms
  • Agonizing
  • Painful
  • Severe
  • Intense
  • Tormenting