Basic Details
Word: Twinge
Part of Speech: Noun/Verb
Meaning: A sudden sharp pain or a feeling of discomfort.
Synonyms: Sharp pain, pang
Antonyms: Comfort, relief
Idioms and Phrases
- Twist the knife: To make someone feel more emotional pain or discomfort after they have already been hurt. Example: "When he reminded her of her mistakes, it was like he was twisting the knife."
- Feel a twinge of guilt: To have a sudden feeling of regret or remorse. Example: "I felt a twinge of guilt after eating the last piece of cake that I promised to share."
Usage Examples
Example 1: After running for an hour, she felt a twinge in her knee that made her stop.
Example 2: He had a twinge of sadness when he looked at old family photos.
Example 3: I felt a sharp twinge in my back when I bent down to pick up the box.
Fun Fact
The word "twinge" comes from the Middle English word "twingen," which means "to pinch or to give a sharp pain." It has been used in English since the 15th century!
Famous Quote
"A twinge of conscience is a great theif." William Shakespeare
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "twinge" mean?
a) A kind of food
b) A sudden sharp pain
c) A type of dance
d) A kind of flower
Answer: b) A sudden sharp pain
2. Which of these is a synonym of "twinge"?
a) Comfort
b) Sharp pain
c) Joy
d) Relief
Answer: b) Sharp pain
3. Which sentence uses "twinge" correctly?
a) He had a twinge in his stomach after eating too much.
b) She gave her dog a twinge of food.
c) The twinge sang beautifully in the garden.
d) The twinge flew high in the sky.
Answer: a) He had a twinge in his stomach after eating too much.
4. Which idiom means to feel remorse?
a) Twist the knife
b) Feel a twinge of guilt
c) Walk on air
d) Jump for joy
Answer: b) Feel a twinge of guilt
5. What is the opposite of "twinge"?
a) Comfort
b) Pain
c) Twinge
d) Sorrow
Answer: a) Comfort
