Excruciating
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɛkˈskɹuːʃiːeɪtɪŋ/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Excruciating is an adjective meaning Causing great pain or anguish, agonizing.
Meaning
Causing great pain or anguish, agonizing.
More Meanings
- Exceedingly intense; extreme
Example Sentences
When he at last opened his eyes, he was conscious of nothing but an excruciating pain through his temples. He was vaguely aware of unfamiliar surroundings.
Sagan faced an excruciating dilemma: Should he remain true to his naturalistic philosophy and reject the marrow graft as something acquired by immoral means? Or should he agree to undergo the medical treatment in hope of saving his life
Synonyms for excruciating
Depending on context, synonyms include lacerating, poignant, harrowing, agonizing, painful, torturous.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include agonizing, harrowing, painful, torturing, torturesome, torturous.
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