hell
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
In many religions, a place of punishment and suffering after death for those considered evil.
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Antonyms
Usage notes
Also used informally to mean any extremely unpleasant experience, as in "the exam was hell".
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The old paintings showed sinners being dragged down to _____."
Answer: hell
In your own words, what does "hell" mean?
In many religions, a place of punishment and suffering after death for those considered evil.
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