tormented
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for tormented, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Suffering great mental or physical distress, often from guilt, grief, or anxiety.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use tormented
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
tormented soul
tormented by memories
Frequently asked questions
What does “tormented” mean?
The word “tormented” means suffering great mental or physical distress, often from guilt, grief, or anxiety. In plain terms, deeply troubled or anguished, usually over an extended period.
How do you use “tormented” in a sentence?
Here is “tormented” used in a sentence: “He was a tormented artist, haunted by his past.”
What part of speech is “tormented”?
“Tormented” is an adjective.
Is “tormented” a common word?
“Tormented” is an uncommon word in modern English.
