excruciating
6 synonyms and 1 antonym for excruciating, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Extremely painful or unbearably intense.
Synonyms
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Antonyms
How to use excruciating
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
excruciating pain
excruciating detail
excruciatingly slow
Etymology
From Latin excruciare, "to torment" — ex- plus cruciare ("to torture"), from crux ("cross").
Full origin of excruciating →Frequently asked questions
What does “excruciating” mean?
The word “excruciating” means extremely painful or unbearably intense. In plain terms, so painful or intense it's almost impossible to bear.
How do you pronounce “excruciating”?
“Excruciating” is pronounced ihk-SKROO-shee-ay-tihng (/ɪkˈskɹuːʃiːeɪtɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “excruciating” in a sentence?
Here is “excruciating” used in a sentence: “She described the pain in her back as excruciating.”
What part of speech is “excruciating”?
“Excruciating” is an adjective.
Where does the word “excruciating” come from?
The word “excruciating” comes from Latin. From Latin excruciare, "to torment" — ex- plus cruciare ("to torture"), from crux ("cross").
