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
Recent Examples on the Web Any shoes made of leather or suede should sit this one out (think: blisters and achy feet). Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 6 Mar. 2024 Not only can PsA symptoms—like achy joints, a stiff back, or swollen fingers and toes—keep you up, but itchy rashes can do the same, since up to 90% of people with PsA also have the skin condition psoriasis.1 There’s a psychological component here too. Julia Ries, SELF, 16 Feb. 2024 On Target Relieve achy muscles with a Theragun massage gun, which comes with four attachments and has five speeds to work through knots, ease tension, and speed up recovery. Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2023 An achy feeling typically crops up about 12–24 hours after exercising. Lauren Del Turco, Health, 20 Nov. 2023 Between blisters, sprains, and achy feet, ill-fitting and uncomfortable shoes can put a damper on anyone’s trip. Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 13 Jan. 2024 That achy feeling around your bump itself can be improved by stretching, Dr. Dziadek says. Alexandra Frost, Parents, 5 Nov. 2023 Equilibria Relief Balm Equilibria introduces their Relief Balm, a superior topical cream that penetrates the skin, providing effective relief for localized discomfort ranging from achy joints to cramps and general soreness. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 30 June 2023 Equilibria Relief Balm The Relief Balm from Equilibria is a great topical balm that penetrates the skin and effectively relieves regional discomfort, including cramps, soreness, and achy joints. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 30 June 2023

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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

Dictionary Entries Near achy

Cite this Entry

“Achy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/achy. Accessed 18 Mar. 2024.

Medical Definition

achy

adjective
achier; achiest
: affected with aches
achiness noun
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