: to produce a dull continuous pain : to hurt in a way that is constant but not severe
: to want or desire something or someone very much
achedach·ing
Full Definition of ACHE
1
a
: to suffer a usually dull persistent pain <an
aching back>
b
: to become distressed or disturbed (as with anxiety or regret) <
aching with sadness>
c
: to feel compassion <my heart
aches for those poor people>
2
: to experience a painful eagerness or yearning <he is
achingto go>
