ache meaning and definition

ACHE noun

Definition of ache (noun)

1. a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain
   • synonyms: aching

ACHE verb

Definition of ache (verb)

1. feel physical pain
   • "Were you hurting after the accident?"
   • synonyms: hurt, suffer
2. have a desire for something or someone who is not present
   • "She ached for a cigarette"; "I am pining for my lover"
   • synonyms: languish, pine, yearn, yen
3. be the source of pain
   • synonyms: hurt, smart