cringing

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(cring-ing) 2 syllables

Definition

verb. to shrink back in fear or discomfort.

Example Sentence

The students felt like cringing when they dissected the frog.

More Example Sentences

She felt cringing fear during the movie.

Synonyms

flinching; recoiling; shrinking

Antonyms

braving; facing; confronting

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Rhymes

  • cringing

  • infringing
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