Pronunciation: [tɔːmˈɛntɔːz] (IPA) 
The word "tormentors" is spelled with a silent "e" in the middle. This "e" is not pronounced and instead serves to indicate that the preceding vowel is long. The word can be transcribed in IPA phonetics as /ˈtɔː.mɛn.tərz/ where the two dots above the "o" signify that it is a long vowel sound. "Tormentors" is a noun that refers to individuals or things that cause great physical or mental suffering, distress or pain to others.
Tormentors can refer to individuals or entities that cause distress, anguish, or suffering to others. Derived from the verb "torment," tormentors can encompass a wide range of people or circumstances that inflict pain, mental or physical anguish, or emotional distress onto another party. These individuals or entities often subject their victims to prolonged suffering or intentional torment, whether through physical, psychological, emotional, or social means. Tormentors may engage in actions such as bullying, harassment, abuse, or tormenting behavior, aiming to assert power, control, or dominance over their victims.
Tormentors are commonly associated with acts of cruelty, intimidation, manipulation, or sadism. They may derive satisfaction or pleasure from inflicting harm on others, intentionally causing their victims to experience pain, fear, or distress. In some cases, tormentors may exhibit sociopathic tendencies or engage in behaviors driven by a deep-seated desire for control and subjugation.
Tormentors can manifest at various levels, from schoolyard bullies and workplace harassers to individuals in positions of authority or abusive relationships. The use of physical force, emotional manipulation, verbal aggression, or social exclusion are some of the methods tormentors employ to achieve their objectives. It is crucial to recognize tormentors and address their behavior as it can have severe consequences on the mental health, self-esteem, and overall well-being of those who are subjected to their tormenting actions.
The word "tormentors" comes from the Old French term "tormenteor" in the sense of "torturer". It is derived from the Latin word "tormentum", which means "torture" or "torment". The Latin word ultimately traces its origins back to the verb "torquere", meaning "to twist" or "turn". Over time, the word "tormentor" came to refer to those who inflict suffering or pain on others, either physically or emotionally.
