achy

adjective

ˈā-kē How to pronounce achy (audio)
achier; achiest
Synonyms of achynext
: afflicted with aches
feeling tired and achy
achiness noun

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Examples of achy in a Sentence

unable to play in tomorrow's football game because of an achy right knee
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Has Elizabeth Hurley officially captured the the previously achy breaky heart of country singer Billy Ray Cyrus? — Chiara Pizzimenti, Vanity Fair, 17 Oct. 2026 Bynum with his achy knees never played a game with the Sixers. — ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026 Someone with achy knees may prefer cycling or swimming; someone who wants a weight-bearing option may favor stairs or the elliptical. — Jakob Roze, HEALTH, 23 Sep. 2026 There’s nothing worse than ending a long day with sore, achy feet because your sneakers weren’t up to the task. — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 30 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for achy

Word History

Etymology

ache entry 2 + -y entry 1

First Known Use

1857, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of achy was in 1857

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achy

adjective
ˈā-kē How to pronounce achy (audio)
achier; achiest
: affected with aches
achiness noun
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