Tortured

Pronunciation: /ˈtɔːrtʃərd/

Definitions of tortured

verb to inflict severe pain or suffering on someone physically or mentally

Example Sentences

A1 The cat tortured the mouse by chasing it around the room.

A2 The prisoners were tortured for information by the enemy soldiers.

B1 The detective tortured himself with guilt over not solving the case.

B2 The artist tortured himself over every brush stroke, striving for perfection.

C1 The war criminal was tortured by his memories of the atrocities he committed.

C2 The writer tortured himself with self-doubt, constantly questioning his talent.

Examples of tortured in a Sentence

formal The suspect was tortured for information by the authorities.

informal I can't believe he tortured himself by watching that movie again.

slang The bullies tortured him relentlessly in school.

figurative The haunting memories of the past tortured her mind.

Grammatical Forms of tortured

• past tense: tortured
• plural: tortures
• comparative: more tortured
• superlative: most tortured
• present tense: torture
• future tense: will torture
• perfect tense: has tortured
• continuous tense: is torturing
• singular: torture
• positive degree: tortured
• infinitive: to torture
• gerund: torturing
• participle: torturing

Origin and Evolution of tortured

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'tortured' originated from the Latin word 'torturare', which means to twist or torment.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'tortured' has evolved to encompass not only physical torment but also emotional and psychological suffering.