Wince
Pronunciation: /ˈwɪns/
Wince (verb)
- to make a face or move slightly because of pain or embarrassment
Examples
- She winced at the loud noise.
- He winced when he touched the hot pan.
Common collocations: wince in pain, wince at the thought, wince visibly, a slight wince, a wince of pain
Wince (noun)
- a quick facial expression showing pain or embarrassment
Examples
- Her wince was noticeable during the injection.
- The wince on his face showed his unease.