Aching
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈeɪ.kɪŋ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Aching is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of ache.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of ache.
More Meanings
- That aches; continuously painful; that causes pain.
- The feeling of an ache; a dull pain.
Example Sentences
The aching heart, the aching head.
There was a long spell of silence, a big, aching void, and then from the Professor a keen 'S-s-s-s!'
Word Forms
- achings
Synonyms for aching
Depending on context, synonyms include sore, achesome, achy, raw, hurt, hurty.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include painful, achy, sore, eager, throbbing, hurting.
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