achier; achiest
: afflicted with aches
feeling tired and achy
achiness noun

Examples of achy in a Sentence

unable to play in tomorrow's football game because of an achy right knee
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Dealing with achy stiffness in the back of your thighs can be a real pain in the butt. Jenny McCoy, SELF, 26 June 2025 Long-haul flights can wreak havoc on circulation, often leaving travelers with swollen, achy feet and legs. Jill Schildhouse, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025 Are sore, achy feet keeping you from putting your best foot forward? Andee Tagle, NPR, 7 June 2025 The Fiskars Four-Claw Weed Puller Tool is a great option for removing stubborn dandelions and thistle without leaving you with sore knees or an achy back afterwards. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 21 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for achy

Word History

Etymology

ache entry 2 + -y entry 1

First Known Use

1857, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of achy was in 1857

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“Achy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/achy. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.

Medical Definition

achy

adjective
achier; achiest
: affected with aches
achiness noun
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