SORE Synonyms: 435 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

ˈsȯr

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as in aching

causing or feeling bodily pain my legs are sore after that long walk yesterday

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as in angry

feeling or showing anger promise not to get sore if I tell you what I really think of your new hairstyle?

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as in cynical

having or showing deep-seated resentment he's been sore ever since she insulted him

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sore

2 of 3

adverb

as in terribly

to a great degree I was sore afraid we'd never make it home

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sore

3 of 3

noun

as in swelling

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as in wart

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Adjective

Similar to Bassett’s performances, her beauty is undoubtedly a sight for sore eyes. —

India Espy-Jones, Essence, 16 Aug. 2024 This keeps your neck in neutral alignment, which can help prevent a stiff or sore neck. —

Ashley Zlatopolsky, Architectural Digest, 15 Aug. 2024

Adverb

For the Pacers, All-Star point guard Tyrese Haliburton (knee bruise), center Myles Turner (sore back) and backup point guard T.J. McConnell (sore back) are each questionable to play. —

Detroit Free Press, 11 Mar. 2023 Keita Bates-Diop (sore back), Josh Primo (stomach illmess). —

Jeff McDonald, San Antonio Express-News, 11 Mar. 2022

Noun

This can occur in people with diabetes, nerve damage, or poor blood circulation, as these issues can prevent them from noticing foot sores until they are already infected. —

Alex Yampolsky, Verywell Health, 8 Aug. 2024 These sores can develop on the gums, lips, mouth, and throat. —

Lindsay Curtis, Health, 27 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for sore

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