This is the 14841st most frequent German word.
quälenden
"Tormenting" or "agonizing."
In this sentence, 'quälende' is used as an adjective to describe the nature of the pain, indicating it is something causing torment or distress.
Der quälende Schmerz ließ ihn nicht schlafen.
The torturous pain kept him awake.
Here, 'quälenden' qualifies 'Ängsten,' emphasizing how the fear is particularly intense or oppressive.
Die Kinder erzählten von ihren quälenden Ängsten vor der Prüfung.
The children spoke of their tormenting fears about the exam.
In this context, 'quälender' modifies 'Warterei,' indicating that the waiting was especially bothersome or agonizing.