definition for suffering
suffering. n. 1. the pain, misery, or loss experienced by a person who suffers. 2. the state or an instance of enduring pain, etc.
In law,  Pain and suffering  is a legal term that refers to the mental distress or physical pain endured by a plaintiff as a result of injury for which the plaintiff seeks redress. Assessments of pain and suffering are required to be made for attributing legal awards.