torment

折磨、痛苦、煎熬

He lived in torment for years after the accident.

那场意外之后，他多年来一直活在痛苦之中。

折磨人的事物、苦源

The constant noise from upstairs was a daily torment.

楼上不断传来的噪音成了每天折磨人的事。

折磨、使痛苦、煎熬常用被动

She was tormented by guilt over the decision.

她为那个决定感到罪恶，内心备受折磨。

戏弄、欺负、纠缠

The older boys tormented him about his accent.

那些大男孩拿他的口音戏弄他。