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aching vs bellyache

bellyache vs aching

aching and bellyache both are nouns.

aching is an adjective but bellyache is not an adjective.

aching is not a verb while bellyache is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
aching Yes Yes No No
bellyache Yes No Yes No
As nouns, bellyache is a hyponym of aching; that is, bellyache is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than aching:
  • aching: a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain
  • bellyache: an ache localized in the stomach or abdominal region
aching (noun) bellyache (noun)
a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain an ache localized in the stomach or abdominal region
aching (adjective) bellyache (adjective)
causing a dull and steady pain
aching (verb) bellyache (verb)
complain
Difference between aching and bellyache

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