dictionary.pttorturenounfemininegeneral usecommon/tɔɾˈtuɾɐ/tor·tu·raPortuguêsEnglishEspañolFrançaisDefinition1The act of inflicting severe pain on someone as a punishment or to force them to do or say something.Usage examples“The prisoner was subjected to torture for information.”“Torture is considered a crime against humanity.”Synonymspaintorment
The act of inflicting severe pain on someone as a punishment or to force them to do or say something.Usage examples“The prisoner was subjected to torture for information.”“Torture is considered a crime against humanity.”Synonymspaintorment