paine

/peɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

a feeling of great sadness, suffering, or pain; sorrow

“The news of her loss caused her immense pain.”

2. noun

a severe or extreme pain

“She experienced a sharp pain after the accident.”

3. proper noun

a surname, most notably associated with Thomas Paine, an English philosopher and writer

“Thomas Paine was a key figure in the American Revolution.”

4. verb

to cause or inflict pain on

“The cold winter will pain the crops.”

Synonyms

  • anguish
  • distress
  • sorrow

Antonyms

  • comfort
  • happiness