Hurt and Throb

Hurt

Hurt verb - To feel or cause physical pain.
Usage example: I hurt all over

Throb is a synonym for hurt in ache topic. In some cases you can use "Throb" instead the word "Hurt" as a verb or a noun, when it comes to topics like be painful, experience pain.

Nearby Words: hurtful, hurting

Throb

Throb verb - Pulsate or pound with abnormal force.
Usage example: Her heart was throbbing
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Synonyms for Throb

Hurt is a synonym for throb in health topic. Sometimes you can use "Hurt" instead the word "Throb" as a verb or a noun.

Common collocations

little hurt little throb little
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