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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

excruciate

/ɛksˈkrʊsɪeɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does excruciate mean?

verb

to cause great pain or distress, to torture or torment, often in a prolonged or intense manner.

Example

"The patient's condition was exacerbated by the excruciating pain she experienced during the surgery."

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