TINGLE Synonyms: 63 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

Definition of tingle

as in ache

a sharp unpleasant sensation usually felt in some specific part of the body can't stand those funny tingles I get when my foot falls asleep

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tingle

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verb

ˈtiŋ-gəl

as in to jingle

to make a repeated sharp light ringing sound awoke to the steady pitter-patter of raindrops tingling on the rooftop

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Noun

But an adventure conjoined with a lover, whether breaking studio rules with Tony Curtis or tracking down John Dillinger in the person of Lawrence Tierney, never failed to activate a reckless tingle in me. — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 6 June 2026 Just imagining the flesh of any citrus coming in contact with her genitals made her body tingle and turned her mouth sour. — Literary Hub, 8 May 2026

Verb

And, in recent years, a new culinary wave has emerged, as chefs create bold fusion dishes or, more subtly, adapt Japanese recipes to uniquely Brazilian produce, from Amazon river fish to jambu, a tongue-tingling herb. — The Week Uk, TheWeek, 6 Sep. 2026 Paper menus allow diners to tick off orders of lip-tingling laab, luscious khao soi, and juicy pomelo salad, feeling like a never-ending invitation to add just one more course. — The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tingle

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Noun

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen or naproxen can help relieve pain and discomfort from headaches, body aches and sore throats by reducing inflammation, says Reed.

— Andee Tagle, NPR, 15 Oct. 2026
The non-invasive form can cause gastrointestinal distress, fever and aches for a few days.

— Eva Flowe October 15, Charlotte Observer, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of ache

Verb

Just when things seemed too contentious and/or boring to a late-night viewer, Stewart knew when to jingle the keys in our face.

— Bethy Squires, Vulture, 24 July 2026
On the walls, a few pots hang from a copper rod, a dinner bell waits to be jingled, and an ancient clock keeps time.

— Elazar Sontag, Washington Post, 2 July 2026

Definition of jingle

Noun

Dining in the lounge is available all day to cater to international hunger pangs that don’t follow the same schedule as those of Spaniards.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
Now, the new smaller version is available for hunger pangs between meals as many consumers are replacing traditional meals with snacks throughout the day, according to Datassential.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of pang

Verb

Twelve of the most powerful football owners, chairmen and CEOs clinked glasses and talked shop.

— James Horncastle, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2026
The event’s beer tent is large enough for 1,000 people, so grab your friends and plan to clink mugs with new ones, too.

— Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Midwest Living, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of clink

Noun

This oil keeps dry lips comfortable and looking juicy, thanks to hydrating hyaluronic acid and smoothing tripeptides, while minty menthol and peppermint oil plump without the painful sting.

— Madison San Miguel, Allure, 15 Oct. 2026
Honey bee's sting The findings not only provide biologists with insight into bee biology but may also help engineers develop new kinds of micropumps for medical devices.

— Mike McRae October 12, New Atlas, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of sting

Verb

The small fragments of colorful glass, strung along together, produce soothing sounds, their tinkling notes wafting through the air alongside a chorus of windchimes and the sweet scent of plumeria blooming in the garden.

— Michael James Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 July 2026
Food and drink Fontana restaurant is the main attraction here, with an inviting courtyard and a tinkling fountain lending a European feel.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 June 2026

Definition of tinkle

Noun

Those include genital itching, abnormal discharge, pelvic pain and burning during urination.

— Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 19 Oct. 2026
The battle for political advantage ahead of elections should not obscure a reasonable expectation that governments can intervene to soften the pain of citizens, said Vahyala Kwaga, country head for Nigeria at policy research group BudgIT.

— Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 19 Oct. 2026

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