😖writhe

verb
/raɪð/

Meaning

To twist or squirm in pain or discomfort.

Example Sentences

He writhed in pain after twisting his ankle.

Synonyms

squirm, twist, thrash, contort

Antonyms

remain still, relax

Collocations

writhe in pain, writhe in agony, writhe helplessly

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