Anguishing
/ˈæŋɡwɪʃɪŋ/
Definitions
- (adj.) Causing severe mental or emotional distress relevant in claims for emotional damages.
The plaintiff suffered anguishing distress following the defendant's negligence.
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Commentary
Used primarily to describe the quality of emotional suffering in legal contexts, often informing damage assessments.
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