Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
extreme-distress
noun
/ɪkˈstriːm dɪsˈtrɛs/
Definition
A state of severe emotional or mental suffering.
Examples
- After the accident, she fell into a state of extreme distress, feeling lost and hopeless.
- His extreme distress was apparent when he received the devastating news.
Meaning
Extreme distress refers to an intense feeling of agony or torment, often caused by overwhelming life situations or trauma.
Synonyms
- suffering
- anguish
- distress
- torment
- misery
