Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
writhe
verb
/raɪð/
Definition
To twist or move the body with a snake-like motion, often due to pain or intense emotion.
Examples
- After falling off his bike, he began to writhe in pain on the ground.
- The dancer’s movements seemed to writhe like a flowing river.
- She writhed with embarrassment when everyone turned to look at her.
Meaning
Writhe describes the action of twisting or contorting the body. It’s commonly associated with experiencing physical discomfort or emotional struggle.
Synonyms
- Squirm
- Twist
- Contort
- Writhing
- Squiggle
