agonized

[ ag-uh-nahyzd ]

adjective

1. involving or accompanied by agony or severe struggle:

   an agonized effort.

Other Words From

• ag·o·niz·ed·ly [ag, -, uh, -nahy-zid-lee], adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of agonized¹

First recorded in 1575–85; agonize + -ed ²

Example Sentences

Thune, while patient, seemed agonized during the first Trump administration whenever he was asked about whatever stupid tweet Trump had put out at 7 in the morning.

From Slate

He has agonized over whether to feature merchandise with a Confederate flag, eventually deciding against.

From Slate

In the dark Norco garage, Abruzzo agonized over leaving behind dozens of animals, including the tiny Boston terrier he delivered.

From Los Angeles Times

During Venice Film Festival, audiences agonized over what Florence Pugh would say, do or wear next or if Harry Styles really spit on Chris Pine.

From Salon

He’s agonized through the gruesome checklist of injuries so many fighters slog through over their arduous careers such as cracked hands, a busted nose.

From Seattle Times

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