Meaning & Definition of word "Writhed"

Writhed

/raɪð/

1. to twist or squirm in pain or discomfort.
- Example: He writhed on the ground after twisting his ankle.
2. to move in a twisting or contorted motion.
- Example: The dancer writhed gracefully to the music, embodying the rhythm.
3. to make a series of twisting or snake-like movements.
- Example: The snake writhed through the grass, searching for its prey.
4. to express discomfort, distress, or intense emotional reaction physically.
- Example: She writhed in anguish at the news of her friend's accident.

●From Old English 'wriðan' meaning to twist or turn.

writhed in pain:

to move violently due to discomfort or anguish.

writhed with laughter:

to laugh so hard that one cannot stay still.

writhing:

the act of twisting or squirming in discomfort.

contorted:

twisted or bent out of shape, often in pain.

Meaning: to struggle or endure a tough situation

● Example Sentence: He was just writhed with the stress of finals week.

Meaning: to move awkwardly in social situations

● Example Sentence: She was writhed in her chair during the awkward silence.