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twinge
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- pronunciation:
- twInj
- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Explorer
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
a sudden sharp pain of short duration.
- synonyms:
- pang, stab
- similar words:
- cramp, crick, gripe, pain, smart, spasm, stitch
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definition 2: |
a slight emotional pain; pang.
a twinge of remorse- synonyms:
- pang, stab
- similar words:
- malaise, misgiving, prick, qualm, scruple, smart, spasm
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part of speech: |
transitive verb |
inflections: |
twinges, twinging, twinged |
definition: |
to cause to experience a sudden brief physical or emotional pain.
His rude reply twinged his conscience.- synonyms:
- sting
- similar words:
- bite, gripe, hurt, nip, pain, pinch
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part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
definition: |
to have a sudden sharp pain; feel a twinge.
- synonyms:
- sting, twitch
- similar words:
- cramp, gripe, hurt, pain, smart
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