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Meaning of hangover
a feeling of illness or discomfort after drinking too much alcohol
Etymology of hangover
The word "hangover" originated in the mid-19th century, from the idea of something hanging over or lingering from the previous day, in this case, the aftereffects of excessive drinking
Synonyms
aftereffect
aftermath
consequence
repercussion
fallout
backlash
reaction
response
result
upshot
outcome
sequela
residual
lingering
persisting
continuing
lasting
residual effect
side effect
malaise
nausea
dizziness
headache
fatigue
lethargy
sluggishness
grogginess
fogginess
disorientation
confusion
discomfort
pain
suffering
distress
misery
wretchedness
affliction
torment
agony
anguish
Definitions
- A sickness or feeling of illness, typically with a headache, felt after a night of heavy drinking
- * A lasting effect or consequence of something
Usage Examples
- I woke up with a hangover after the party last night
- * The hangover from the economic crisis is still being felt