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excruciating

adjective

Find the meaning of the word excruciating, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.

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Meaning

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intensely painful; mentally agonizing

Example Sentence

The athlete felt excruciating pain after tearing his ligament during the championship game.

Usage Note

Use this word when you need to emphasize extreme, almost unbearable pain—either physical or emotional—in narratives, reports, or descriptions.