ache

[eɪk]

ache Definition

a continuous pain that is unpleasant but not very strong.

Using ache: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ache" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    My head is aching.

  • Example

    She felt an ache in her back after lifting the heavy box.

  • Example

    He had an ache in his tooth and needed to see a dentist.

ache Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for ache

Phrases with ache

  • minor physical discomforts, especially those associated with aging

    Example

    As you get older, you start to feel more aches and pains in your joints and muscles.

  • emotional pain or distress, especially caused by the ending of a romantic relationship

    Example

    After their breakup, she experienced a lot of heartache and sadness.

  • a continuous pain in the head

    Example

    I have a headache and need to lie down for a while.

Origins of ache

from Old English 'æce'

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Summary: ache in Brief

'Ache' [eɪk] refers to a continuous pain that is unpleasant but not very strong. It can be felt in different parts of the body, such as the head, back, or tooth. The phrase 'aches and pains' is often used to describe minor physical discomforts, while 'heartache' denotes emotional pain caused by the ending of a romantic relationship.

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