torment

Pronunciation

noun

• IPA ^(key): /ˈtɔː(r)mɛnt/ or /ˈtɔː(r)mənt/

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verb

• IPA ^(key): /tɔː(r)ˈmɛnt/

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Noun

Singular torment

Plural torments

1. (countable & uncountable) A torment is a severe mental or physical suffering, usually long lasting.

   As a homeless man, the torment of the cold was regularly with him.

Verb

Plain form torment

Third-person singular torments

Past tense tormented

Past participle tormented

Present participle tormenting

1. (transitive) If you torment a person, you cause severe suffering to them.
   • Synonym: torture