anguished
|an/guished|
C1
/ˈæŋɡwɪʃt/
(anguish)
severe suffering
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anguish' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'angoisse', where 'ang-' meant 'tight' or 'pain'.
Historical Evolution
'angoisse' transformed into the Middle English word 'anguisshe', and eventually became the modern English word 'anguish'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'tightness or pain', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'severe mental or physical suffering'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
experiencing or expressing severe mental or physical pain or suffering.
She gave an anguished cry when she heard the news.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45