adj

writhing

Writhing (adj) means twisting the body sharply, usually in pain. Example: “The writhing patient was rushed into surgery.”

adj

Twisting the body sharply, usually in pain.

"The writhing patient was rushed into surgery."

noun

The act of twisting the body in pain or discomfort.

"His writhing eventually eased once the painkillers took effect."

How to use writhing

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTwisting about violently, usually from pain.

writhings plural

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From Middle English writhyng; equivalent to writhe + -ing.

Origin: Middle English

What does “writhing” mean?

The word “writhing” means twisting the body sharply, usually in pain. In plain terms, twisting about violently, usually from pain.

How do you use “writhing” in a sentence?

Here is “writhing” used in a sentence: “The writhing patient was rushed into surgery.”

What part of speech is “writhing”?

Depending on how it is used, “writhing” can be an adjective and a noun.

How many meanings does “writhing” have?

“Writhing” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: twisting the body sharply, usually in pain.