# soreness

/sˈɔːnəs/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/soreness
Updated: 2026-05-18

## Definition

a feeling of pain or aching in a part of your body. You usually feel this after you exercise too hard or hurt yourself.

For teachers: a state of pain or aching in a specific part of the body. Often used to describe the mild, persistent discomfort following physical exertion or minor injury.

## Examples

- My legs are still soreness after the long run.
- The athlete's shoulder soreness prevented him from participating in the final match of the season.
- While the initial injury was minor, the subsequent soreness in the joint lasted for several weeks, requiring a period of physical therapy to restore full mobility.

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