Synonyms for

Agony

Verb / ˈægʌni: / Another word for agony — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Agony means extreme physical or mental pain.

Synonyms & similar words

torture suffering excruciation torment pain torment suffering distress misery anguish torture wretchedness affliction hurt trauma grief heartache woe dolor throes pangs excruciation aggravation irritation

Synonyms by register

Formal

suffering torment anguish distress

Informal

ouch pain hurt

Literary

woe tribulation dolor

Antonyms

pleasure joy comfort relief bliss delight ease

Common collocations

  • in agony
  • agony of death
  • agony of defeat
  • mental agony
  • physical agony
  • utter agony
  • screaming in agony

Word family

noun agony
adjective agonizing

Usage note

Agony refers to extreme physical or mental suffering. It is often used to describe intense pain or distress.

Example sentences

  1. His toothache was causing him agony.
  2. The athlete collapsed in agony after injuring his knee.
  3. She was in agony waiting for the test results.
  4. The soldier cried out in agony when he was hit by a bullet.
  5. The thought of losing her brought her agonizing pain.

Quotes

  • The agony of defeat is sweetened by the thrill of victory.
  • Pain and agony are the best teachers, but nobody wants to go to their school.
  • Agony is the price of holding on to anything tightly.

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