torturous
Torturous (adj) means Extremely painful or agonizing. Example: “The final mile of the marathon felt torturous.”
How to use torturous
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishCausing intense pain or discomfort, physically or emotionally.
Don't confuse with "tortuous," which describes something winding or full of twists and turns (like a road), not something painful.
Word forms
more torturous comparative, most torturous superlative
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Etymology
From Middle English torterous, ultimately traced to Latin tortura, "torture."
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What does “torturous” mean?
The word “torturous” means extremely painful or agonizing. In plain terms, causing intense pain or discomfort, physically or emotionally.
How do you pronounce “torturous”?
“Torturous” is pronounced TAWT-shuh-ruhs (/ˈtɔɹt͡ʃəɹəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “torturous” in a sentence?
Here is “torturous” used in a sentence: “The final mile of the marathon felt torturous.”
What is another word for “torturous”?
Words with a similar meaning to “torturous” include tormentous.
What part of speech is “torturous”?
“Torturous” is an adjective.
Where does the word “torturous” come from?
The word “torturous” comes from Latin. From Middle English torterous, ultimately traced to Latin tortura, "torture.".
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