Agonisingly

usgb/ˈeɪɡəˌnaɪzɪŋli/
adverb

In a way that causes extreme physical or mental pain.

She waited agonisingly for the test results.
Visual representation of "agonisingly" - In a way that causes extreme physical or mental pain.

Often appears as...

  • agonisingly slow
  • agonisingly difficult

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excruciatingly, painfully, torturously

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Intensification

Using 'agonisingly' can amplify emotions in writing.

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The movie's final scenes felt agonisingly long.
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Literary Use

In literature, it often conveys deep despair or tension.

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The hero's journey was described agonisingly.
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Emotional Weight

Use 'agonisingly' to reflect personal distress or emotional hardship.

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He was stuck in an agonisingly tense moment.
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