soreness
Translation
soreness, pain
Examples
The soreness in my legs is getting worse.
The soreness in my legs is getting worse.
Grammar Patterns
soreness in ((body part)) I have some soreness in my shoulder.
Similar Words
Synonyms: pain, ache, discomfort, tenderness
Etymology
From the adjective 'sore' + the noun-forming suffix '-ness', which indicates a state or quality.
Memory Tips
The state of being 'sore' is 'soreness'. The '-ness' suffix often means 'the state of being'.