1. twisting and turning in a violent or uncontrolled way, especially from pain or discomfort

1. the action of twisting and turning violently

Examples

• The patient lay writhing in pain on the hospital bed.
• She watched the writhing snake with fascination and fear.
• The writhing mass of worms made him feel sick.
• His writhing movements showed how uncomfortable he was.
• The writhing of the injured animal was difficult to watch.
• The dancer’s writhing motions captivated the audience.
• The writhing flames cast eerie shadows on the wall.