Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pang

noun
/pæŋ/
Definition
A sudden sharp feeling of pain or discomfort.
Examples
  • She felt a pang of guilt after lying to her friend.
  • The child experienced a pang of hunger as he waited for dinner.
Meaning
A pang is often used to describe a brief but intense feeling, often physical or emotional, that can feel like a stabbing sensation.
Synonyms
  • spasm
  • twinge
  • sting
  • sharp pain