Crushing ordeal Synonyms

Definitions for Crushing


  • (adjective) physically or spiritually devastating ; often used in combination
  • (noun) forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority

Definitions for Ordeal


  • (noun) a test of faith , patience , or strength
  • (noun) a severe or trying experience
  • (noun) a primitive method of determining a person's guilt or innocence by subjecting the accused person to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under divine control ; escape was usually taken as a sign of innocence