Anguish

Synonyms of anguish

• torment
• suffering
• agony

Antonyms of anguish

• joy
• peace
• contentment

Collocations of anguish

mental anguish

Frequency: 70 %

The constant bullying caused her mental anguish.

emotional anguish

Frequency: 65 %

Dealing with the loss of a loved one can lead to emotional anguish.

anguish and despair

Frequency: 60 %

The refugees' stories were filled with anguish and despair.

physical anguish

Frequency: 50 %

The athlete experienced physical anguish after injuring his knee.

anguish and torment

Frequency: 45 %

The haunted house was filled with anguish and torment.

Idiomatic Expressions for anguish

• Phrase: anguish of mind
  Meaning: mental distress or torment
  Usage: She could not sleep, consumed by the anguish of mind over her decision.