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
(of a group of people) kill (someone) for an alleged offence without a legal trial, especially by hanging.
Mallika said:
9 years ago
I agree with Sundar and Kavya.
Subham goyal said:
9 years ago
Torment is a correct option.
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Priya said:
9 years ago
Thank you @Sundar for the perfect answer.
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Sabuj said:
8 years ago
Torment is the correct synonym of Torture.
Kashish said:
8 years ago
Synonyms:- infliction of pain, abuse, torment, ill treatment, maltreatment,
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Selvakumari said:
8 years ago
Harassement also known as torture.
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Saran said:
7 years ago
Torment is correct. I agree.
(1)
Ayush said:
7 years ago
The most suitable answer should be option [C].
(2)
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