agonia

/əˈɡoʊniə/

Definitions

1. noun

A state of extreme physical or mental suffering

“The patient was in a state of agonia after undergoing the operation.”

2. noun

In medieval medicine, a critical or dying condition

“The patient was diagnosed with agonia and required immediate treatment.”

Synonyms

  • anguish
  • suffering

Antonyms

  • ecstasy
  • euphoria