anguished

[ˈæŋɡwɪʃt]

adjective

angustiado

1. suffering from or expressing severe physical or mental pain

She gave an anguished cry when she heard the news.

Ela soltou um grito angustiado quando ouviu a notícia.

2. displaying or feeling deep distress or anxiety

His anguished expression revealed his inner turmoil.

Sua expressão angustiada revelava seu sofrimento interior.

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Regional Variations

General Brazilian

angustiado

most common usage

Brazil

aflito

alternative, slightly more literary

Portugal

angustiado

same as Brazilian Portuguese

Portugal

penalizado

alternative in some contexts

anguished soul - alma angustiada

anguished cry - grito angustiado

anguished look - olhar angustiado

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