twinge
9 synonyms for twinge, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A sudden, brief sharp pain in part of the body.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A sudden, brief sharp pain in part of the body.
“She felt a twinge in her back after lifting the box.”
How to use twinge
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a twinge of pain
a twinge of guilt
a twinge of regret
Etymology
From Old English twenġan ("to pinch, squeeze"), an old Germanic verb related to the idea of a sharp pinching sensation.
Full origin of twinge →Frequently asked questions
What does “twinge” mean?
The word “twinge” means a sudden, brief sharp pain in part of the body. In plain terms, a quick, sharp pain — physical or emotional.
How do you pronounce “twinge”?
“Twinge” is pronounced twihnj (/twɪnd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “twinge” in a sentence?
Here is “twinge” used in a sentence: “She felt a twinge in her back after lifting the box.”
What part of speech is “twinge”?
Depending on how it is used, “twinge” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “twinge” come from?
The word “twinge” comes from Old English. From Old English twenġan ("to pinch, squeeze"), an old Germanic verb related to the idea of a sharp pinching sensation.
How many meanings does “twinge” have?
“Twinge” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a sudden, brief sharp pain in part of the body.
