winced

Meanings

• Verb

  To wince is to make a face in pain or discomfort.

  - "He winced as he was stung by a bee."
  - "The old man winced as he stood up from his chair."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with winced
dinned , dimmed , grimmed , grimmed , wined , dined , signed , cringed , clinged , lingered

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Homophones

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1. wince, wins, whines, quince
   

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Variants

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wince , winced , winces , wincing

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Forms

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winced (past tense and past participle of the verb 'wince')

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Etymology

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The word 'winced' comes from the Old English word 'wincian', which meant 'to wink' or 'to make a face in feigned pain or discomfort'. Over time, the meaning of the word 'winced' evolved to specifically mean 'to make a face in pain or discomfort'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Pain: Pain is a feeling caused by the activation of specialized nerve fibers called nociceptors. Pain can be acute, meaning it lasts for a short time, or chronic, meaning it lasts for a long time. Pain is an essential sensation that helps us protect ourselves from harm by alerting us to potential threats.

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Culture

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The act of wincing has been depicted in various forms of art and literature throughout history. In paintings, sculptures, and even comic strips, characters have been shown making a face in pain or discomfort, often referred to as 'winced'. The use of the word 'winced' in literature and art is a testament to the universal human experience of pain and discomfort.

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