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Meaning of feel nauseous
to feel sick to one's stomach
Etymology of feel nauseous
The word "nauseous" originates from the Latin word "nausea," meaning seasickness, and the Greek word "naus," meaning ship
Historically, the word "nauseous" was used to describe the feeling of sickness caused by motion, such as seasickness
Over time, the word's meaning expanded to include feelings of disgust, distaste, and general queasiness
Synonyms
Definitions
- Feeling sick to one's stomach, often accompanied by a desire to vomit
- * Having a strong feeling of distaste or disgust
- * Feeling unwell or queasy, often due to a physical or emotional condition
Usage Examples
- I felt nauseous after eating the spoiled food
- * The smell of the garbage made me feel nauseous
- * She felt nauseous during the boat ride due to the rough seas