Pronunciation

/ˈæɡəni/

Definitions

Noun

Agony is a noun that refers to intense physical or emotional suffering, often accompanied by deep distress or torment. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a difficult or challenging situation.

Verb

Though not commonly used as a verb, “to agonize” is a derived form, meaning to experience great mental or emotional pain over a decision or problem.

Phrases

• “Suffering through immense agony”
• “In excruciating agony”
• “The agony of defeat”
• “She was wracked with agony”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The patient was in unbearable agony from their surgery.”
• Implied Verb: “He couldn’t stop agonizing over whether to accept the job offer.”
• “The marathon runners felt the full force of the agony during the final stretch.”

Synonyms

• Torment
• Suffering
• Pain
• Aguishness
• Excruciation
• Distress
• Agonizing

Antonyms

• Bliss
• Euphoria
• Comfort
• Relief
• Happiness