Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dull-ache
noun
/dʌl eɪk/
Definition
A persistent, non-sharp pain that is usually felt in a specific area of the body but does not have an intense or throbbing quality.
Examples
- After a long day of work, I felt a dull ache in my lower back.
- The dull ache in her head made it hard for her to concentrate.
- He experienced a dull ache in his knee after jogging for several miles.
Meaning
The term ‘dull-ache’ describes a type of pain that is constant and nagging, often causing discomfort but lacking the severity of sharp pain.
Synonyms
- nagging pain
- persistent pain
- mild discomfort
