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twinge

/twɪndʒ/
noun CEFR B2

Definition

Often used with feelings like guilt, jealousy, or sadness — 'a twinge of guilt' is a short, sharp pang of it.

Often used with feelings like guilt, jealousy, or sadness — ‘a twinge of guilt’ is a short, sharp pang of it.

Etymology From Old English twengan, 'to pinch.'