sore
Comparative
sorer
Superlative
sorest
1
(of a body part) feeling painful or tender, often as a result of injury, strain, or illness
- Jane's throat was sore, making it difficult for her to swallow, after catching a cold.
- After lifting heavy boxes all day, Tom's back was sore and achy.
- Sarah's feet were sore from walking around in high heels all day.
- Jack's muscles were sore after his intense workout at the gym.
- Mary had a sore tooth that made it painful for her to chew on that side of her mouth.
2
feeling or showing irritation or resentment, often because of a perceived slight or offense
- He felt sore after his colleague made a dismissive comment about his idea.
- She was sore about being left out of the group project at work.
- The player was still sore from the unfair criticism he received after the game.
- He was sore over the way his family dismissed his achievements.
- She tried to mask her sore feelings when her friends forgot her birthday.
3
causing misery or pain or distress
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