Meaning of the word agonizing in English

What does agonizing mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

agonizing

US /ˈæɡ.ə.naɪ.zɪŋ/

UK /ˈæɡ.ə.naɪ.zɪŋ/

causing extreme physical or mental pain

Example:

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The wait for the test results was agonizing.

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He suffered an agonizing death.

Synonym:

excruciating torturous harrowing distressing grueling

involving intense effort or struggle

Example:

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It was an agonizing decision to make.

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The team faced an agonizing defeat in the final seconds.

Synonym:

arduous strenuous taxing demanding grueling

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