Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Torturing.
Torturing - as a noun
The deliberate, systematic, or wanton infliction of physical or mental suffering by one or more persons in an attempt to force another person to yield information or to make a confession or for any other reason
Example: "It required unnatural torturing to extract a confession"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
torture7Hypernyms (Closely Related)
persecution15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Torturing - as an adjective satellite
Extremely painful
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
agonising11agonizing20excruciating24harrowing16torturesome13torturous9Torturing - as a verb
To intentionally inflict severe pain or suffering on (someone).
Example: "In the aftermath of 9/11, we did some things that were wrong. we did a whole lot of things that were right, but, we tortured some folks. we did some things that were contrary to our values."
Example Sentences
"He screamed in pain as the torturing heat burned his skin."
"The prisoners were subjected to torturing interrogation methods."
"Her torturing nightmares kept her awake all night."
"The torturing suspense was driving him crazy."
"The book contained detailed descriptions of torturing scenes."
Word Game Points
Is TORTURING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, torturing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TORTURING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is TORTURING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, torturing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTORTURING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is TORTURING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, torturing is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTORTURING has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
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