Torment (Verb)
Meaning 1
Subject to torture; "The sinners will be tormented in Hell, according to the Bible".
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Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.
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Meaning 2
Treat cruelly; "The children tormented the stuttering teacher".
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Verbs of feeling.
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Meaning 3
Torment emotionally or mentally.
Classification
Verbs of feeling.
Examples
- Her past mistakes continued to torment her every waking moment, filling her with regret and sorrow.
- The loss of his loved one has tormented him for years, and he still struggles to come to terms with it.
- The guilt of his secret has begun to torment him, and he doesn't know how much longer he can keep it hidden.
- The memories of the traumatic event tormented her, making it difficult for her to sleep at night.
- Her cruel words have tormented him for years, and he still can't forgive her for the hurt she caused.