(winc-ing) 2 syllables

Definition

verb. to draw suddenly back or away from something painful or frightening.

Example Sentence

She started wincing as soon as she heard the dentist's drill.

Synonyms

flinch; recoil; twitch

Antonyms

advance; challenge

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Rhymes

  • mincing
  • rinsing
  • wincing

  • convincing

  • unconvincing