achy

Modifying Another Word

• really: By evening I was beginning to feel restless and had really achy thighs so had a bath with clary sage burning in the background.

Modifies a noun

• joint: I thought old people get achy joints, but now I see the impact it has, especially on a younger person.
• feeling: Most people describe it as a constant achy feeling on either side of head.
• foot: Prevent sore and achy feet by wearing shoes which are light, comfortable fitting and flexible.

Used with adjective complement

• feel: These usually present with a runny nose, cough and temperature, and you may feel achy.