CRUCIFIXION
Scrabble letter values: C3R1U1C3I1F4I1X8I1O1N1 = 25
Definition
- noun the act of executing by a method widespread in the ancient world.
- noun the death of Jesus by crucifixion.
- noun the infliction of extremely painful punishment or suffering. — synonyms: excruciation
Examples
- “the victim's hands and feet are bound or nailed to a cross”
- “Rome used crucifixions as a deterrent, and standard for the 'vilest' crimes, such as slave rebellion.”
- “The suspects' hostile interrogation amounted to a public crucifixion.”