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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

torment

/ˈtɔrmənt/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does torment mean?

noun, verb

A state of great pain or suffering; a feeling of intense mental or emotional distress. To cause someone to suffer greatly.

Example

"The prisoner was subjected to physical and mental torment during his interrogation."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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