Meaning & Definition of word "Writhing"
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Writhing
/ˈraɪðɪŋ/
verb:
- 1. To twist or squirm in a way that suggests pain or discomfort.
- Example: The fish was writhing on the dock after being caught.
- 2. To move in a twisting or contorted motion.
- Example: He lay writhing on the ground after tripping over the roots.
- 3. To distort or twist in pain or struggle.
- Example: She was writhing in agony after spraining her ankle.
adjective:
- 1. Twisting or squirming as if in pain.
- Example: The writhing mass of worms was both fascinating and repulsive.
Etymology
Middle English writhen, from Old English writhean; akin to Old High German rīdan to twist.
Common Phrases and Expressions
writhing in pain:
Experiencing severe physical discomfort that causes twisting movements.
writhing with laughter:
Laughing so hard that one is unable to stay still.
Related Words
writh:
To twist or bend.
writhe:
To move or proceed with a twisting motion.
Slang Meanings of writhing
Meaning: To be overly dramatic or exaggerated in reaction.
Example Sentence: She was writhing on the floor after losing the argument.
Meaning: To dance in a provocative or wild manner.
Example Sentence: The party was great, with everyone writhing to the music.