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excruciatingly

/ɛksˈkrʊsiːeɪtɪŋli/ adverb · British & US
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What does excruciatingly mean?

adverb

Used to describe something that is extremely painful or unpleasant; done or happening in a way that is extremely painful or unpleasant.

Example

"The excruciatingly slow pace of the movie made it almost unbearable to watch."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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