CEFR A2

aching

adjective

Meaning

Experiencing a continuous, dull, and often unpleasant pain.

Examples

My head has been aching all day from the stress.
He complained of an aching back after sleeping in an awkward position.

Synonyms: sore, painful, throbbing, agonizing

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aching (A2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈeɪkɪŋ/

Definition

Experiencing a continuous, dull, and often unpleasant pain.

Examples

My head has been aching all day from the stress.
He complained of an aching back after sleeping in an awkward position.

How to Use aching

ache for (phrasal verb): To strongly desire or long for something. — "After months of studying, she was aching for a break."

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