tormenting
|tor-ment-ing|
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/tɔːrˈmɛntɪŋ/
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/tɔːˈmɛntɪŋ/
(torment)
severe suffering
Etymology
Etymology Information
'torment' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'tormentum', where 'torquere' meant 'to twist'.
Historical Evolution
'tormentum' transformed into the Old French word 'torment', and eventually became the modern English word 'torment'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to twist or torture', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to cause severe suffering'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
present participle of 'torment'.
The loud noise was tormenting the residents.
Synonyms
harassingtorturing
Antonyms
Adjective 1
causing severe physical or mental suffering.
The tormenting heat made it difficult to concentrate.
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Last updated: 2025/06/01 07:44