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ache

The word “ache” has 1 syllable: ache

It's pronounced as /eɪk/

What is synonym and antonym for ache?

In the thesaurus, “ache” has 61 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for ache along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for ache

Antonyms for ache

Meanings of ache

  • noun
    1. Continued dull pain, as distinguished from sudden twinges, or spasmodic pain.
  • verb
    1. To suffer pain; to be the source of, or be in, pain, especially continued dull pain; to be distressed.
    2. To cause someone or something to suffer pain.
    3. Parsley.
    4. The name of the Latin-script letter H.

Example Sentences

  • After the long hike, his legs began to ache.
  • She felt an ache in her heart after saying goodbye.
  • The cold weather made his joints ache.
  • A dull ache spread through his head after hours of studying.
  • His muscles continued to ache after the intense workout.

On this page you'll find 69 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to ache, such as: afflict, affliction, agonize, agony, anguish, assuage, backache.

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