Word Type

Noun

Verb

The word "torment" can be used as noun and verb.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

tormentor tormentous

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

affliction anguish annoyance beset chafe chevvy chevy chivvy chivy distress harass harassment harry hassle hurt hurt hurting injure molest molestation pain pain plague provoke suffering vexation wound

Manner Of

harass pain

Related Terms

anguish catapult mental misery physical suffering torture vex

Synonym Network

agony anguish badgering curse harassment pang rack suffering torture trouble

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