What is another word for pricking?
Pronunciation: [pɹˈɪkɪŋ] (IPA) 
Synonyms for "pricking" include piercing, stabbing, jabbing, puncturing, goading, prodding, pricking, tingling, itching, and tickling. These words all refer to a sensation of discomfort or irritation, often caused by something sharp or pointed. They can also be used metaphorically to describe a feeling of emotional or mental discomfort, such as "a pricking of conscience" or "a prickly sense of anxiety". Whether used literally or figuratively, these synonyms for "pricking" convey a sense of discomfort or unease, and can help to add depth and nuance to your writing or conversation.
