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    Smarting

    /ˈsmɑːrtɪŋ/

    Meaning & Definition

    verb
    The act of feeling a sharp, stinging pain or soreness.
    After he accidentally touched the hot stove, he was smarting from the burn.
    To feel a keen sense of guilt or regret.
    She was smarting from the harsh words she had said in anger.
    adjective
    Experiencing a sharp pain or discomfort.
    He had a smarting sensation in his eyes after cutting the onions.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'smart', which comes from Old English 'smeortan', meaning to sting or hurt.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    smarting from criticism:
    Feeling emotional pain or hurt due to negative feedback.
    smarting from a failure:
    Experiencing a feeling of distress or pain as a result of a setback.

    Related Words

    smart
    To cause a sharp pain.
    sting
    To prick or wound with a sharp instrument or to cause a painful sensation.

    Slang Meanings

    Feeling annoyed or upset.
    She’s still smarting over that argument.
    Dealing with the aftermath of a tough situation.
    He’s smarting from his recent breakup.