earache

/ɪˈɛərəʧ/

Definitions

1. noun

a sharp, stabbing, or dull pain in or around the ear, often caused by an ear infection, allergy, or injury

“She visited the doctor because of the severe earache that had been bothering her for days.”

2. verb

to cause an earache in someone

“The loud music earached his sensitive ears.”

Synonyms

  • ear pain
  • ear sore

Antonyms

  • ear comfort
  • ear relief