Meaning & Definition of Writhed in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: To move in a twisting or contorted motion, as in pain.

  Example Sentence: He writhed on the ground after twisting his ankle.

• Definition: To respond with great emotional or physical distress.

  Example Sentence: She writhed in embarrassment as the spotlight fell on her.

Etymology

Origin: From Old English 'wriðan' meaning to twist or turn.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• writhed in pain: to move violently due to discomfort or anguish.
• writhed with laughter: to laugh so hard that one cannot stay still.

Translations

• Spanish: se retorció

• French: se tordit

• German: wiegte sich

• Russian: скрутился

Related Words

• writhing: the act of twisting or squirming in discomfort.

• contorted: twisted or bent out of shape, often in pain.

Slang Meanings of writhed

• 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.