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painful

adjective
/ˈpeɪn.fəl/

Meaning

causing physical or emotional pain

Example Sentences

The injury was very painful, and he needed immediate care.

Synonyms

aching, sore, excruciating, distressing

Antonyms

comfortable, painless, soothing

Collocations

painful experience, painful injury, painful memories

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