How to Pronounce Agonized

To pronounce "agonized", say AG-on-iz-ed — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈæ.ɡən.aɪzd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈæ.ɡən.aɪzd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “agonized”

"agonized" has 4 syllables: ag-on-iz-ed. It rhymes with surmised and utilized, if that helps it stick.

What does agonized mean?

verb

  1. To writhe with agony; to suffer violent anguish.
  2. To struggle; to wrestle; to strive desperately, whether mentally or physically.

Words that rhyme with agonized

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

surmisedutilizeddevisedrecognizedostracizedsurprisedscrutinizedmesmerizedchastiseddisguiseddisenfranchisedrealized

Related words

painfulagonisedagonisingagoniseanguishedagonisticallyanguishingagonism

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "agonized"?▾

"Agonized" has 4 syllables: ag · on · iz · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "agonized"?▾

The IPA transcription of "agonized" is /ˈæ.ɡən.aɪzd/.

What does "agonized" mean?▾

Agonized: To writhe with agony; to suffer violent anguish.

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