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self-torture

/'self'tɔ:tʃə/
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Explanation of "Self-Torture"

Definition:
The word "self-torture" refers to the act of causing oneself emotional or physical pain. It is often about putting oneself through distress or suffering that is not necessary, often as a result of negative thoughts or feelings.

Advanced Usage

In more advanced contexts, "self-torture" can also describe a pattern of behavior where someone constantly criticizes themselves or feels guilty for past actions, leading to ongoing unhappiness.

Word Variants
  • Self-Torturous (adjective): Describing something that causes self-torture. Example: "His self-torturous thoughts kept him awake at night."
Different Meanings

While "self-torture" primarily refers to emotional or psychological distress, it can also imply taking on excessive challenges that lead to unnecessary suffering.

Synonyms
  • Self-inflicted pain
  • Self-suffering
  • Self-flagellation (often used in a more metaphorical sense)
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs

While there aren’t direct idioms or phrasal verbs that translate to "self-torture," you might encounter expressions related to self-inflicted distress, such as: - "Beating oneself up": This means to criticize oneself harshly for mistakes. Example: "Stop beating yourself up over that small mistake."

Summary

"Self-torture" is the act of causing oneself unnecessary pain or distress, often through negative thinking or harsh self-criticism.

Noun
  1. self-imposed distress

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