Meaning & Definition of word "Sore"

Sore

/sɔr/

noun:

  • 1. a painful or sensitive area.
    • Example: He had a sore on his arm from the insect bite.

adjective:

  • 1. experiencing pain or discomfort.
    • Example: After the workout, my muscles were sore for days.
  • 2. sensitive or painful due to injury or infection.
    • Example: She applied ointment to her sore throat.
  • 3. causing grief, distress, or resentment.
    • Example: Their dispute left a sore spot in their friendship.

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English 'sār', meaning painful or grievous.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sore spot:

A sensitive or painful area, often used metaphorically.

sore point:

An issue or topic that someone finds painful or sensitive.

sore loser:

A person who cannot accept failure or defeat gracefully.

Related Words

pain:

an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience.

ache:

a continuous or prolonged dull pain.

Slang Meanings of sore

Meaning: Someone who is overly sensitive or unhappy about a situation.

Example Sentence: Stop being such a sore loser when you don't win.

Meaning: Feeling sore can refer to being emotionally hurt.

Example Sentence: He's just sore from the breakup and needs time to heal.