Definitions

1. verb

to put to death or slay, especially as a penalty; to cause the death of

“The executioner was tasked with mortifying the condemned prisoner.”

2. verb

to punish severely, often in a humiliating or degrading manner

“The student was mortified by the public reprimand in front of their classmates.”

3. verb

to destroy or kill (something) by exposure to an unfavorable condition

“The lack of sunlight was said to mortify the crops, causing them to wither and die.”