Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

personal-anguish

noun
/ˈpɜrsənl ˈæŋɡwɪʃ/
Definition
Intense emotional pain or suffering that is experienced on a personal level.
Examples
  • After the loss of her loved one, she was overwhelmed by personal anguish.
  • The character’s journey in the novel is a reflection of his personal anguish and struggles.
Meaning
Personal anguish refers to deep feelings of distress, sorrow, or mental suffering that an individual may experience due to various life situations or events.
Synonyms
  • suffering
  • distress
  • grief
  • torment
  • heartache