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Excruciate (Verb)

Subject to torture; "The sinners will be tormented in Hell, according to the Bible".

Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.

The brutal dictator will excruciate his enemies in secret dungeons hidden deep within the castle.
Fierce flames will excruciate the souls of the wicked in the depths of the underworld.
The cruel methods used will excruciate the prisoner and break their spirit.
According to ancient mythology, the gods will excruciate those who dare challenge their authority.
Those who betray the king's trust will be excruciated in the public square.

Torment emotionally or mentally.

Verbs of feeling.

Her husband's constant criticism continued to excruciate her, leaving her feeling depressed and anxious.
The loss of his child was an unrelenting weight that would excruciate him for the rest of his life.
Her memories of the traumatic event still excruciate her, causing her to wake up with nightmares.
The uncertainty of his future continued to excruciate him as he waited for a response.
Even years after the breakup, the memories of the relationship still excruciate her emotionally.