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agonized Synonyms
Another word for agonized
Choosing another word for agonized depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Manifesting, feeling, or characterized by extreme physical or mental pain, anguish, or torment.
Usage Example
"An anguished expression crossed his face as he waited for the medical test results."
Strongest
anguished
tormented
tortured
Strong
excruciating
harrowed
distressed
pained
stricken
• adjective (Context 2)
Marked by prolonged, anxious deliberation or intense mental struggle.
Usage Example
"After weeks of tortuous debate, the committee finally reached a compromise on the budget."
Strong
tortuous
painstaking
labored
fraught
troubled
Opposites of agonized
The opposite of agonized shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
serene
blissful
effortless
untroubled
peaceful
easy
joyful
unhesitating
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Agonized. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/agonized