Verbal Ability - Synonyms - Discussion
Discussion Forum : Synonyms - Section 1 (Q.No. 52)
Directions to Solve
In the following the questions choose the word which best expresses the meaning of the given word.
52.
TORTURE
Discussion:
21 comments Page 2 of 3.
Vinod said:
1 decade ago
Both a and b seems to be correct as there is a very thin-line or subtle difference in meaning. Harassment is both physical and mental but more mental (stress related) whereas Torment is more physical than mental. Thus, torture should mean here as torment and not harassment.
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Ritu said:
1 decade ago
Harassment - A feeling of intense annoyance caused by being tormented
so both opt. a and b are correct.
so both opt. a and b are correct.
Pujitha said:
1 decade ago
Thank you sundhar.
Navi said:
1 decade ago
I agree with pushpa.
Naveen goud said:
1 decade ago
Sundar's answer was perfect
Garg said:
1 decade ago
Sundar is right.
Pushpa said:
1 decade ago
Sunder is right. I agree.
Sweta said:
1 decade ago
I agree with sundar.
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Sundar said:
1 decade ago
Torture: Inflict severe pain on
Torment: Severe physical or mental suffering
Harassment: Aggressive pressure or intimidation
Terror: Extreme fear
Chastisement/Castigation: Verbal punishment or a severe scolding
Torment: Severe physical or mental suffering
Harassment: Aggressive pressure or intimidation
Terror: Extreme fear
Chastisement/Castigation: Verbal punishment or a severe scolding
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Ashish said:
1 decade ago
I agree with kavya
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