AGONY - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Part of speech: Noun

intense feelings of suffering; acute mental or physical pain

Example: an agony of doubt; the torments of the damned

Categories: Suffering, Hurt

Part of speech: Noun

a state of acute pain

Categories: Pain, Hurting

The word "agony" comes from Ancient Greek ἀγωνία.

Ancient Greek had multiple words for concepts English expresses with just one, showing different cultural priorities.