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sorest

 

[ sɔːrst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

physical condition

The term 'sorest' is the superlative form of 'sore,' describing the most intense or extreme level of pain or discomfort in a particular area of the body. It is often used to describe muscle pain after intense physical activity or injury. When someone says they feel the 'sorest,' they indicate that they are experiencing the highest level of pain compared to others. Soreness can result from various causes such as overexertion, strain, or inflammation, and the 'sorest' part of the body is typically the area that has been most affected by these factors.

Synonyms

ache, hurt, inflamed, pained, suffering

Examples of usage

  • After the workout, my legs are the sorest part of my body.
  • She complained about the sorest muscle in her back.
  • He felt the sorest part of his arm after lifting weights.
  • The doctor examined the sorest area on his ankle.
  • I didn't expect my thighs to be the sorest after cycling.

Translations

Translations of the word "sorest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais dolorido

🇮🇳 सबसे दर्दनाक

🇩🇪 am schmerzhaftesten

🇮🇩 paling sakit

🇺🇦 найболючіший

🇵🇱 najbardziej bolesny

🇯🇵 最も痛い

🇫🇷 le plus douloureux

🇪🇸 el más doloroso

🇹🇷 en ağrılı

🇰🇷 가장 아픈

🇸🇦 الأكثر ألمًا

🇨🇿 nejbolestivější

🇸🇰 najbolestivejší

🇨🇳 最痛苦的

🇸🇮 najbolj boleč

🇮🇸 sárandi

🇰🇿 ең ауыр

🇬🇪 ყველაზე მტკივნეული

🇦🇿 ən ağrılı

🇲🇽 el más doloroso

Word origin

The word 'sore' comes from the Old English 'sāre,' which means painful or distressing. Its roots can be traced back to Proto-Germanic *sairō, meaning painful, which is also reflected in similar words in various Germanic languages. As the English language evolved, the adjective 'sore' retained its meaning, and the formation of superlative forms, like 'sorest,' became standardized in Middle English. The use of 'sorest' allows speakers to express an extreme form of discomfort, and it has been commonly utilized in both literary and colloquial contexts. The progression of this word through different eras highlights the continuing relevance of expressing physical sensations in language, particularly as they relate to human experience.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,335, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.