wincing
Wincing (noun) means a sudden facial grimace made in reaction to pain, embarrassment, or something unpleasant. Example: “His wincing gave away how much the injection hurt.”
How to use wincing
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe involuntary screwed-up face people make when something hurts or is cringe-worthy.
Word forms
wincings plural
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His _____ gave away how much the injection hurt.
Rhymes for wincing
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What does “wincing” mean?
The word “wincing” means a sudden facial grimace made in reaction to pain, embarrassment, or something unpleasant. In plain terms, the involuntary screwed-up face people make when something hurts or is cringe-worthy.
How do you use “wincing” in a sentence?
Here is “wincing” used in a sentence: “His wincing gave away how much the injection hurt.”
What part of speech is “wincing”?
“Wincing” is a noun.
What is the meaning of wincing?
"wincing" (noun) means a sudden facial grimace made in reaction to pain, embarrassment, or something unpleasant.