How would the meaning of the following passage change if Wiesel used the word “suffering” instead of “anguish”?
a. “Suffering” would imply a physical rather than emotional torment.
b. “Anguish” intensifies the severity of their suffering more so than “suffering.”
c. “Anguish” implies a more manageable pain.
d. “Anguish” implies a level of confusion along with the pain, whereas “suffering” does not
English Tutor Answered question August 29, 2021
a. No, it would imply both.
b. Yes.
c. No, it is not manageable. Rather, it is deep.
d. Yes.
English Tutor Answered question August 29, 2021