Agony Definition

agony
noun
  1. intense feelings of suffering; acute mental or physical pain; "an agony of doubt"; "the torments of the damned"
  2. a state of acute pain

"Agony" in song lyrics

See how agony is used in real songs:

  • "For years of the agony"
    51.50 — Steady Stayin' Paid '95
  • "Agony"
    Apathy & Celph Titled f/ Phil Da Agony, Rugged, Tzaizm — Drink Specials
  • "suffering, frustration, agony"
    Arsonists — Date of Birth (Intro)

Usage tips for "agony"

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