Definition of stinging

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  • stinging is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 10
  • stinging is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 10
  • stinging is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 14

Definition of stinging

  • (of speech) harsh or hurtful in tone or character (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a stinging comment

    Synonyms

    1. cutting
    2. edged
  • a kind of pain; something as sudden and painful as being stung (noun)

    Examples

    1. he felt the stinging of nettles

    Synonyms

    1. sting

See definition of stinging in Merriam Webster