anguish
/ˈæŋɡwɪʃ/
an · guish
ˈæŋ · ɡwɪʃ
English Definition
n. severe pain, suffering
Significado en Español
angustia
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
nỗi đau khổ
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
ang(struggle)+uish
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the word that is closest in meaning to “anguish”:
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A
Delight
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B
Sorrow
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C
Comfort
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D
Calm
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B — Sorrow.
“anguish” means n. severe pain, suffering
Common questions about “anguish”
What does “anguish” mean?
anguish — n. severe pain, suffering. In Chinese: 极度痛苦.
How do you pronounce “anguish”?
anguish is pronounced /ˈæŋɡwɪʃ/. It breaks into 2 syllables: an · guish.
Is “anguish” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. anguish appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “anguish”?
ang(struggle)+uish
