soreness

/ˈsɔrnəs/
noun
  1. The feeling of pain or discomfort in a part of the body, often from injury, overuse, or illness.
    • After the long hike, she felt soreness in her legs.
    • The doctor checked the soreness in his shoulder.
    • Ice packs can help reduce muscle soreness after exercise.
  2. A feeling of emotional pain, hurt, or resentment.
    • He spoke with soreness in his voice about the unfair treatment.
    • Time helped heal the soreness of the breakup.
    • There was still some soreness between them after the argument.
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