adj
smarting
Smarting (adj) means Painful, sore.
adj
1
Painful, sore.
2
Experiencing emotional pain or embarrassment.
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Etymology
From Middle English smertyng, smertinge, from Old English smeortung, smertung (“smarting, itching”), equivalent to smart + -ing.
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What is the meaning of smarting?
"smarting" (adj) means painful, sore.
What are the different meanings of smarting?
"smarting" has 2 main meanings: 1. Painful, sore; 2. Experiencing emotional pain or embarrassment.