Meaning & Definition of word "Torturing"
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Torturing
/ˈtɔːr.tʃə.rɪŋ/
noun:
- 1. The act of inflicting severe pain or suffering.
- Example: The torture of prisoners is a violation of human rights.
verb:
- 1. To inflict severe pain or suffering on someone or something, often as a means of punishment or coercion.
- Example: The villain was depicted as torturing his captives for information.
- 2. To subject someone to extreme mental or emotional distress.
- Example: The uncertainty of the situation was torturing her mind.
Etymology
From Old French 'torcher', from Latin 'tormentare', meaning to twist or torment.
Common Phrases and Expressions
torturing doubt:
An unsettling feeling of uncertainty that causes mental distress.
tortured artist:
A creative individual who experiences emotional pain or suffering that influences their artistic expression.
Related Words
torture:
The act of causing severe physical or mental pain.
torment:
Severe physical or mental suffering.
anguish:
Severe mental or physical pain or suffering.
Slang Meanings of torturing
Meaning: Torturing someone with incessant questions.
Example Sentence: Stop torturing me with your endless inquiries!
Meaning: To make someone endure a frustrating situation.
Example Sentence: This new game is torturing me; I can't get past level three.