Anguished

Pronunciation: /ˈæŋɡwɪʃt/

Definitions of anguished

adjective experiencing or expressing severe mental or physical pain or suffering

Example Sentences

A1 She looked anguished when she couldn't find her lost puppy.

A2 The anguished expression on his face revealed the pain he was feeling inside.

B1 The anguished cries of the trapped hiker echoed through the canyon.

B2 Her anguished sobs could be heard from across the room, signaling her deep emotional distress.

C1 The anguished mother pleaded with the kidnappers to release her child unharmed.

C2 The anguished artist poured his heart and soul into his latest masterpiece, creating a work of raw emotional power.

Examples of anguished in a Sentence

formal The anguished cries of the grieving widow echoed through the church.

informal She looked anguished when she found out her favorite store was closing.

slang He was totally anguished when he realized he left his phone at home.

figurative The anguished expression on her face spoke volumes about her inner turmoil.

Grammatical Forms of anguished

• past tense: anguished
• plural: anguished
• comparative: more anguished
• superlative: most anguished
• present tense: anguish
• future tense: will anguish
• perfect tense: have anguished
• continuous tense: is anguishing
• singular: anguished
• positive degree: anguished
• infinitive: to anguish
• gerund: anguishing
• participle: anguishing

Origin and Evolution of anguished

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'anguished' originated from the Old French word 'anguisseux' which came from the Latin word 'angustia' meaning 'narrow, confined, or straitened'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'anguished' has retained its original meaning of extreme physical or emotional pain, but has also come to be used more broadly to describe intense suffering or distress.