sore

sore · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Painful, especially when touched.

  2. 2.

    [informal]Upset or annoyed.

  3. 3.

    [as noun]A painful spot on the body.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    a sore point/subject — A sensitive topic.
  • •
    stick out like a sore thumb — Very conspicuous.

Related words

Antonyms: painless
See also: ache, hurt, painful
Synonyms: aching, painful, tender

Etymology

From Old English sār ("painful, grievous").