torment -
Cause to experience severe mental or physical suffering
William enjoyed tormenting his younger sister until she would run away and complain to their mother.
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flinch -
Make a quick, nervous movement of the face or body as an instinctive reaction to surprise, fear or pain
Debbie was very brave and didn’t flinch when the nurse put the needle in her arm to give her the flu shot.
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exasperating -
Intensely irritating; infuriating
Molly tried to enter the information in the online form, but she found the confusing directions so exasperating that she grabbed her own hair and screamed in frustration.
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afflicted -
Suffering from a serious problem, illness, or pain, be it mental or physical.
Many people are afflicted with anxiety in high-pressure situations.
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bruise -
To hurt someone emotionally or physically, leaving a lasting feeling of pain or vulnerability.
The teacher's harsh words bruised his self-esteem.
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plight -
A difficult or unfortunate situation, often one that involves hardship or adversity.
The community came together to help improve the plight of the homeless during the harsh winter months.
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torment -
Severe physical or mental suffering
Sufferers of depression must deal with the torment of their own thoughts on a regular basis.
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humiliated -
To feel ashamed after someone embarrasses you in front of others.
When Jim revealed to everyone at the party that Marty hadn't even finished 6th grade, Marty felt humiliated.
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burden -
something you carry or withstand with much difficulty.
Financial debt can be a huge burden on families.
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writhe -
Make continual twisting, squirming movements or contortions of the body
The soccer player writhed in pain on the ground after spraining his ankle.
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strenuous -
Requiring great effort, energy, or strength, needing vigorous or intense in activity or action.
Hiking up the mountain was a strenuous task, but the view was worth it.
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grueling -
Extremely tiring and demanding
Troops go through grueling training before they can finally serve their country.
