agonize
/ˈæɡənaɪz/
CEFR level C1Topic EmotionWord #5857 in the learning path
苦苦思索；焦虑不已
Definitions
v. Worry intensely while trying to make a difficult decision
苦苦思索；焦虑不已
Example
I agonized over which course to choose all weekend.
整个周末，我都在为选哪门课而纠结。
Many graduates agonize over whether to pursue further education or enter an increasingly competitive job market.
许多毕业生为继续深造还是进入竞争日益激烈的就业市场而苦恼。
Collocations
- agonize over a decision
- agonize about the future
Word family
- agony (n.)
- agonizing (adj.)
- agonizingly (adv.)
Synonyms
- worry
- fret
Usage tip
常用agonize over/about；英式也拼作agonise。
FAQ
- What does agonize mean?
- Worry intensely while trying to make a difficult decision
- How is agonize pronounced?
- UK /ˈæɡənaɪz/, US /ˈæɡənaɪz/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
