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aching

The word “aching” has 2 syllables: ach-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈeɪkɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for aching?

In the thesaurus, “aching” has 136 synonyms and 43 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for aching

Antonyms for aching

Meanings of aching

  • 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.
  • noun
    1. The feeling of an ache; a dull pain.
  • adjective
    1. That aches; continuously painful.

Example Sentences

  • After the long hike, her legs were aching from exhaustion.
  • He woke up with an aching back after sleeping in an uncomfortable position.
  • The flu left her feeling tired and her muscles were aching.
  • His heart was aching with regret after the argument.
  • The cold weather made his joints aching even more.

On this page you'll find 179 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to aching, such as: achy, afflicting, afflictive, agonized, agonizing, anguished, anguishing.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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