torture (C1)
noun, verb
Pronunciation: /ˈtɔːrtʃər/
Definition
The act of deliberately inflicting severe physical or mental pain on someone, often as a punishment or to force them to do or say something.
Examples
The regime was accused of using torture against political dissidents.
He described the psychological torture of being constantly interrogated.
The Geneva Conventions prohibit the torture of prisoners of war.
How to Use torture
- torture of (prepositional phrase)
- Describing the nature or source of the suffering. — "The torture of isolation was almost unbearable."
- torture someone with (prepositional phrase)
- Specifying what is used to inflict pain or annoyance. — "He would torture his colleagues with his incessant whistling."
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