What does ACHES mean?

Parts of Speech

Aches is a verb and a noun.

Definitions

• As a verb, aches means to feel a continuous dull pain.
• As a noun, aches refers to a continuous dull pain.

Pronunciations

• US: /eɪks/
• UK: /eɪks/

Origin and Usage

Aches comes from Middle English and Old English words meaning "to suffer pain" or "to be in pain." It is commonly used to describe a continuous dull pain in the body.

Synonyms

• Pain
• Soreness
• Discomfort
• Agony

Related Words

• Acute
• Cramp
• Fever
• Pulse
• Throb

Example Sentences

• Her head aches every time she looks at the computer screen for too long.
• He felt aches in his muscles after running a marathon.
• She took painkillers to relieve the aches in her back.