What does the cryptic crossword clue "He lives in torment (4)" mean?

The definition is "torment". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). HE (synonym="HE") + LL (synonym="=lives, i.e. 2 x l=life, as in IRL=in real life, on social media") = HELL; definition: "torment" The answer is HELL.

He lives in torment (4)

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