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Ache

noun
/eɪk/

Meaning

a continuous or prolonged dull pain in a part of one's body
to suffer a continuous dull pain

Example Sentences

He had a terrible headache after working late.

Her back ached after sitting for so long.

Example Expressions

heartache

Synonyms

pain, soreness, discomfort, hurt, throb, suffer
Entry 1
pain, soreness, discomfort, hurt
Entry 2
hurt, pain, throb, suffer

Antonyms

comfort, relief, ease, wellness
Entry 1
comfort, relief, ease, wellness
Entry 2
comfort, relief

Collocations

headache, backache, stomach ache, back ache, head ache, dull ache
Entry 1
headache, backache, stomach ache
Entry 2
stomach ache, back ache, head ache, dull ache

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