Agony
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈæɡ.ə.ni/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Agony is a noun meaning Extreme pain or anguish.
Meaning
Extreme pain or anguish.
More Meanings
- (biblical) The sufferings of Jesus Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane (often capitalized).
- The last struggle of life; death struggle.
- (dated) Violent contest or striving.
- (dated) Paroxysm of joy; keen emotion.
Example Sentences
With cries and agonies of wild delight.
And being in an agonie, he prayed more earneſtly,[…].
The world is convulsed by the agonies of great nations.
When the weight fell on her foot, she cried out in agony.
Word Forms
- agonies
Synonyms for agony
Depending on context, synonyms include anguish, torment, throe, distress, pang, suffering.
Antonyms for agony
Common opposites include ecstasy, analgesia, bliss, pleasure.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include suffering, torture, torment, anguish, pain, soreness.
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