Definitions

1. noun

a state of great pain or distress; a cause of great pain or distress

“The loss of her loved one was a constant torment to her.”

2. verb

to cause great pain or distress to (someone); to harass or disturb (someone)

“The taunting children tormented the shy new student.”

3. noun

a person or thing that causes great pain or distress

“The torment of her illness lasted for months.”

4. verb

to trouble or disturb (someone) in a way that is annoying or worrying

“The noise from the construction site tormented her peace and quiet.”