torture
/ˈtɔːt͡ʃə(ɹ)//ˈtɔɹt͡ʃɚ/noun
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Intentional causing of somebody's experiencing agony
Example: In every war there are acts of torture that cause the world to shudder.
The "suffering of the heart" imposed by one on another, as in personal relationships
Example: Coventry City midfielder Josh Ruffels described his 11 months out injured as 'absolute torture' after the goalless draw with Derby County Under-21s. (http//www.ccfc.co.uk/news/article/eleven-months-of-absolute-torture-760652.aspx)
(often as "absolute torture") stage fright, severe embarrassment
verb
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To intentionally inflict severe pain or suffering on (someone).
Example: In the aftermath of 9/11, we did some things that were wrong. We did a whole lot of things that were right, but, we tortured some folks. We did some things that were contrary to our values.