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Meaning of queasy
Feeling sick or nauseous, often due to a physical or emotional stimulus.
Etymology of queasy
The word "queasy" has its roots in the Old English word "cwisian", which means "to feel sick" or "to be disgusted"
The modern English word "queasy" emerged in the 14th century, initially meaning "feeling sick" or "nauseous"
Over time, the word's meaning expanded to include feelings of unease, discomfort, and distaste
Synonyms
nauseous
sick
ill
unwell
queasy
dizzy
lightheaded
faint
weak
feeble
fragile
delicate
sensitive
nervous
anxious
apprehensive
fearful
terrified
petrified
horror-struck
repulsed
disgusted
distasteful
unpleasant
nasty
vile
loathsome
abhorrent
offensive
repugnant
sickening
off-putting
unsettling
unnerving
disquieting
troubled
disturbed
upset
bothered
perturbed
discomfited
Definitions
- Feeling nauseous or sick, often due to a physical or emotional stimulus
- Feeling uneasy or uncomfortable, often due to anxiety or fear
- Having a strong dislike or distaste for something
Usage Examples
- The smell of rotten food made me feel queasy
- She felt queasy after watching the horror movie
- The thought of public speaking made him queasy