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eternal suffering

[ɪˈtɜːrnəl ˈsʌfərɪŋ]
noun phrase
sofrimento eterno
1. Endless or infinite pain, torment, or anguish that continues forever without relief or end
In some religious traditions, eternal suffering is described as a punishment in the afterlife.
Em algumas tradições religiosas, o sofrimento eterno é descrito como um castigo na vida após a morte.
2. A state of perpetual agony or distress without hope of cessation
The philosopher argued that eternal suffering was incompatible with divine benevolence.
O filósofo argumentou que o sofrimento eterno era incompatível com a benevolência divina.
Synonyms
endless tormentinfinite anguishperpetual paineverlasting agonytormento eternoagonia perpétuador infinita
Antonyms
eternal blisseternal peaceheavenfelicidade eternapaz eternaparaíso

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
sofrimento eterno
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
sofrimento eterno
Common in philosophical and religious discourse
Portugal
sofrimento eterno
Formal usage; may also use 'pena eterna' in religious contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

a fate worse than death
hell on earth
living hell
condenado ao sofrimento
um inferno na terra
um sofrimento sem fim
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