Anguished
/ˈæŋɡwɪʃt/
Definitions
- (adj.) Experiencing intense emotional pain or distress, often relevant in legal contexts concerning damages or mental suffering.
The plaintiff’s anguished testimony highlighted the emotional harm suffered due to the defendant’s negligence.
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'anguished' describes the state of emotional suffering relevant to claims for damages, distinct from physical injury.
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