Synonyms for ache

Noun

1. ache, aching, pain, hurting

usage: a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain

Verb

1. hurt, ache, suffer, perceive, comprehend

usage: feel physical pain; "Were you hurting after the accident?"

2. ache, yearn, yen, pine, languish, hanker, long, yearn

usage: have a desire for something or someone who is not present; "She ached for a cigarette"; "I am pining for my lover"

3. ache, smart, hurt, cause to be perceived

usage: be the source of pain