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Grade 5
(pain-ful) 2 syllables

Definition

adjective. causing physical or emotional pain.

Example Sentence

His hurt ankle was painful.

More Example Sentences

She felt painful sadness after the loss.

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Rhymes

  • gainful
  • painful

  • disdainful
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