word
Pain
Payn
/ˈpeɪn/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
pain
Dictionary meaning
A somatic sensation of acute discomfort.
Examples
- As the intensity increased the sensation changed from tickle to pain.
- That kid is a terrible pain.
Synonyms: pain sensation, painful sensation
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