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    Torturing

    /ˈtɔːr.tʃə.rɪŋ/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    The act of inflicting severe pain or suffering.
    The torture of prisoners is a violation of human rights.
    verb
    To inflict severe pain or suffering on someone or something, often as a means of punishment or coercion.
    The villain was depicted as torturing his captives for information.
    To subject someone to extreme mental or emotional distress.
    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

    Torturing someone with incessant questions.
    Stop torturing me with your endless inquiries!
    To make someone endure a frustrating situation.
    This new game is torturing me; I can't get past level three.