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Meaning of be tormented by
The primary meaning of "be tormented by" is to be severely troubled or distressed by something.
Etymology of be tormented by
The word "torment" comes from the Old French word "tormenter", which is derived from the Latin word "tormentum", meaning "twisting" or "wringing"
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe physical or mental suffering
Synonyms
plagued by
haunted by
troubled by
distressed by
bothered by
pestered by
harassed by
beset by
vexed by
worried by
concerned by
annoyed by
irritated by
frustrated by
agonized by
afflicted by
suffering from
troubled with
distressed with
beset with
tormented with
tortured by
racked by
consumed by
overwhelmed by
besieged by
beleaguered by
harassed by
badgered by
Definitions
- To be severely troubled or distressed by something, such as a problem, a feeling, or a memory
- * To be treated cruelly or unfairly, causing physical or mental suffering
Usage Examples
- She was tormented by the memory of her lost loved one
- * He was tormented by the pain in his injured leg
- * The city was tormented by war and violence for years