English Expression · Intermediate
sore point
An action, belief, or state of affairs which is an enduring basis for disagreement or dissatisfaction
Pronunciation: say sore point
Meaning
An action, belief, or state of affairs which is an enduring basis for disagreement or dissatisfaction.
Example
The affair of the chaplaincy remained a sore point in his memory as a case in which this petty medium of Middlemarch had been too strong for him.
The affair of the chaplaincy remained a sore point in his memory as a case in which this petty medium of Middlemarch had been too strong for him.
Practice tips
- Practice sore point out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.