Feels Sore is a term used to describe a physical sensation of discomfort or pain. HURTS, with 5 letters, is a synonym for this term and implies a sharp, intense pain. ACHES, also with 5 letters, is another synonym that implies a dull, throbbing pain. Smarts, with 6 letters, is the last synonym and implies a stinging or burning sensation. All three words can be used to describe the feeling of soreness.