Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

angustia

Noun
/aŋˈɡʊstɪə/
Definition
Angustia is a Spanish term that translates to ‘anguish’ in English.
Examples
  • He felt a deep angustia as he awaited the test results.
  • The news brought her a sense of angustia that was hard to shake off.
Meaning
It refers to a feeling of severe mental or emotional distress, often accompanied by anxiety or sorrow.
Synonyms
  • anguish
  • distress
  • sorrow
  • anxiety
  • torment