Meaning of the word pain in English

What does pain mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pain

US /peɪn/

UK /peɪn/

highly unpleasant physical sensation caused by illness or injury

Example:

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She felt a sharp pain in her leg.

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The medication helped to relieve the pain.

Synonym:

ache soreness discomfort suffering distress

mental suffering or distress

Example:

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The loss of her pet caused her great emotional pain.

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He spoke of the pain of loneliness.

Synonym:

grief sorrow heartache anguish misery

cause mental or physical suffering to

Example:

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It pains me to see you so unhappy.

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The old injury still pains him from time to time.

Synonym:

hurt ache distress grieve afflict

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