Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wince
verb
/wɪns/
Definition
To make a slight involuntary movement or gesture, often in response to pain or discomfort.
Examples
- She winced as the doctor cleaned the wound.
- He tried not to wince at the thought of the difficult conversation.
- The loud noise made him wince in surprise.
Meaning
Wince refers to a physical reaction to something that is painful or uncomfortable, which can also be used metaphorically to describe an emotional reaction.
Synonyms
- flinch
- shudder
- grimace
