Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Stinging.
Stinging - as a noun
A kind of pain; something as sudden and painful as being stung
Example: "The sting of death"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stingStinging - as an adjective satellite
Stinging - as a verb
To hurt, usually by introducing poison or a sharp point, or both.
Example: "Right so came out an adder of a little heathbush, and it stung a knight in the foot."
(of an insect) to bite.
(sometimes figurative) to hurt, to be in pain.
Example: "My hand stings after knocking on the door so long."
To cause harm or pain to.
Example: "I thought i could park in front of the hotel, but they stung me for five pounds!"
Stinging - as an adjective
Having the capacity to sting.
Example: "Stinging nettles"
Precise and hurtful
Example Sentences
"The stinging cold wind made it hard to walk."
"She felt a stinging pain in her arm after getting stung by a bee."
"His stinging comments hurt her feelings."
"I accidentally touched a stinging nettle and it really hurt."
"The stinging sensation on his skin was a sign of sunburn."
Word Game Points
Is STINGING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, stinging is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
STINGING has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is STINGING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, stinging is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSTINGING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is STINGING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, stinging is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSTINGING has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
