aching
ach-ing
verb (present participle)
Having a strong, persistent desire or longing for something.
"He was aching to see his family."
verb (present participle)
Experiencing continuous, dull pain in a part of the body.
"My knee is aching after the long walk."
noun
A continuous, dull pain or a deep, persistent longing.
"She felt an aching in her soul."
adjective
Suffering from a continuous, dull, and often persistent pain.
"My aching back needs a good rest."