Definition of ache

Scrabble & Words with friends points


  • ache is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 9
  • ache is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 9
  • ache is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 9

Definition of ache


  • feel physical pain (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. hurt
    2. suffer
  • have a desire for something or someone who is not present (verb)

    Examples

    1. She ached for a cigarette

    Synonyms

    1. languish
    2. pine
    3. yearn
    4. yen
  • be the source of pain (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. hurt
    2. smart
  • a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. aching

See definition of ache in Merriam Webster