chafing
Definitions
The process of becoming sore or damaged through rubbing or friction.
A state of feeling annoyed, impatient, or frustrated.
Examples
The tight straps of my backpack were chafing my shoulders during the long hike.
He applied some ointment to soothe the skin that was chafing from his new running shoes.
Synonyms
Antonyms
soothing comforting calming easing relieving smoothing pleasing