Pain And Discomfort Vocabulary

adverb In a way that causes great distress, suffering, or discomfort

• The lack of funding has sorely impacted the progress of our research project.
• I'm sorely tempted to skip class and go to the beach instead.
• I was sorely hungover after the party last night.
• He felt sorely disappointed when he didn't get the promotion he was hoping for.

adjective Achy is an adjective that describes a feeling of pain or discomfort, typically a dull or persistent pain.

• After a long day of physical labor, my muscles were achy and sore.
• I can't go to the gym today, my legs are too achy from yesterday's workout.
• I'm feeling achy all over, must be coming down with something.
• Her heart felt achy with sadness after saying goodbye to her best friend.