Meaning of the word stung in English
What does stung mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
stung
US /stʌŋ/
UK /stʌŋ/
Past Participle
past participle of sting
Example:
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I was stung by a bee.
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His pride was deeply stung by the criticism.
Adjective
feeling a sharp, pricking pain or emotional distress
Example:
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He felt a stung sensation in his finger after touching the nettle.
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She looked stung by his harsh words.