Agonized: meaning, definitions and examples
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agonized
[ ˈæɡənaɪzd ]
feeling or expressing great physical or mental pain
Agonized describes the intense emotional or physical pain someone is experiencing. It implies a deep and prolonged suffering that can be both mental and physical.
Synonyms
anguished, distressed, tormented
Examples of usage
- She let out an agonized cry as the pain shot through her body.
- His agonized expression revealed the depth of his suffering.
suffering mental or physical pain in a prolonged manner
To agonize means to suffer greatly, either mentally or physically, over an extended period. It implies a deep and prolonged struggle or pain.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She agonized over the decision for weeks before finally making up her mind.
- He agonized about the loss of his beloved pet for months.
Translations
Translations of the word "agonized" in other languages:
🇵🇹 agonizado
🇮🇳 पीड़ित
🇩🇪 gequält
🇮🇩 tersiksa
🇺🇦 страждаючий
🇵🇱 umęczony
🇯🇵 苦しんでいる
🇫🇷 agonisé
🇪🇸 agonizado
🇹🇷 ızdıraplı
🇰🇷 고통스러운
🇸🇦 متألم
🇨🇿 trpící
🇸🇰 trpiaci
🇨🇳 痛苦的
🇸🇮 trpeč
🇮🇸 þjáður
🇰🇿 азапталған
🇬🇪 მტანჯველი
🇦🇿 əziyyət çəkən
🇲🇽 agonizante
Word origin
The word 'agonized' originates from the Greek word 'agonizesthai,' which means to struggle or compete. Over time, its meaning evolved to represent intense suffering or pain. The adjective form 'agonized' first appeared in English in the early 19th century, capturing the idea of profound emotional or physical distress.