Agony
Noun
UK
/ˈæɡ.ə.ni/
US
/ˈæɡ.ə.ni/
Definition
Very strong physical or emotional pain.
Example
"She screamed in agony."
"She felt agony after hearing the sad news about her best friend."
"The man was in agony after falling and hurting his back badly."
Explanation
Agony means a very strong feeling of pain or sadness. It can happen when someone is badly hurt or when they feel deeply sad or worried. For example, if someone breaks their leg or loses someone they love, they may feel agony. It is a much stronger feeling than just being upset or uncomfortable. It can also be used when someone is thinking too hard about a difficult choice.