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UK//ˈæɡəni//US//ˈæɡəni//

Meaning of He's in agony

A state of extreme physical or mental pain.

In simple words: He is in great pain.

He's in agony in a sentence

  • After the accident, he's in agony and needs immediate help.
  • She's in agony over her recent breakup, unable to focus on anything else.
  • He’s in agony from the back injury he sustained last week.
  • Even after taking painkillers, he's in agony during the night.
  • When he realized he missed the flight, he's in agony from the thought.

How to use He's in agony

Used to express intense physical or emotional pain. Appropriate in both casual and serious contexts but avoid exaggeration in light-hearted conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Think of 'agony' like 'a-gone-y' - when pain makes you feel out of it.

Related words

Collocations with He's in agony

  • in physical agony
  • in emotional agony
  • crying in agony
  • feel agony
  • express agony

Synonyms for He's in agony

Common mistakes with He's in agony

  • Confused with 'ecstasy' which is an intense joy, not pain.
  • Omitting 'in' and saying 'He's agony' instead.
  • 'Agony' is often misused to describe minor discomfort.

Compare He's in agony with Pain, Torment, Suffering, Anguish, Distress

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Frequently asked questions about He's in agony

What does He's in agony mean?

He is in great pain.

What is the definition of He's in agony?

A state of extreme physical or mental pain.

How do you use He's in agony in a sentence?

After the accident, he's in agony and needs immediate help.

Can you give another example of He's in agony?

She's in agony over her recent breakup, unable to focus on anything else.

What are synonyms for He's in agony?

Common alternatives include pain, torment, suffering, anguish, distress.

What words go with He's in agony?

It commonly pairs with in physical agony, in emotional agony, crying in agony, feel agony, express agony.

What are common mistakes when using He's in agony?

Confused with 'ecstasy' which is an intense joy, not pain. Omitting 'in' and saying 'He's agony' instead. 'Agony' is often misused to describe minor discomfort.

How do you pronounce He's in agony?

US: //ˈæɡəni//, UK: //ˈæɡəni//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use He's in agony?

Used to express intense physical or emotional pain. Appropriate in both casual and serious contexts but avoid exaggeration in light-hearted conversations.