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Definitions

stung

[stuhng] / stʌŋ /
ADJECTIVE
sore
Synonyms
STRONGEST
resentful
STRONG
annoying pressing sensitive smarting upset
WEAK
afflicted aggrieved annoyed critical distressing grieved grieving indignant irked irritated pained peeved troubled urgent vexed weighty
Antonyms
WEAK
delighted good happy pleased well

Example Sentences

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As for the movie, Fremar said that its “fantasy element” made it possible for her to enjoy it as entertainment, rather than the galley that stung her feelings.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

Those ached more than stung and left me completely voiceless for the following 24 hours.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

I think it would have really stung if I hadn't gone on to win this tournament after building such a commanding lead over the first two days.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

For the students and staff at Valley View Elementary in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, Liam’s detention in January particularly stung: That’s where the 5-year-old attends school.

From Salon • Mar. 2, 2026

This stung the others and put Mother on the defensive, which was exactly what Tru wanted.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti