Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gnawing
Adjective/Noun
/ˈnɔː.ɪŋ/
Definition
The act of biting or chewing persistently.
Examples
- She felt a gnawing sense of unease throughout the meeting.
- The dog sat on the porch, gnawing on its favorite bone.
Meaning
Gnawing refers to the continual action of biting or chewing, often associated with a persistent discomfort or worry.
Synonyms
- Bitterness
- Worry
- Gnashing
- Chewing
