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twinge vs ache

ache vs twinge

twinge and ache both are nouns.

twinge and ache both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
twinge Yes No Yes No
ache Yes No Yes No
As verbs, ache is a hypernym of twinge; that is, ache is a word with a broader meaning than twinge:
  • twinge: cause a stinging pain
  • ache: feel physical pain
Other hypernyms of twinge include hurt, suffer.
As verbs, ache is a hypernym of twinge; that is, ache is a word with a broader meaning than twinge:
  • twinge: feel a sudden sharp, local pain
  • ache: feel physical pain
Other hypernyms of twinge include hurt, suffer.
twinge (noun) ache (noun)
a sharp stab of pain a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain
a sudden sharp feeling
twinge (verb) ache (verb)
squeeze tightly between the fingers have a desire for something or someone who is not present
cause a stinging pain be the source of pain
feel a sudden sharp, local pain feel physical pain
Difference between twinge and ache

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