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Meaning of sicken
to make someone feel sick or disgusted
Etymology of sicken
The word "sicken" has its roots in Old English "sēocian" which means to be or become sick, and is related to other Germanic languages such as Old Norse "sjúka" and Old High German "sūchen"
Historically, the word has been used to describe both physical and emotional states of being unwell, with its meaning evolving over time to encompass a range of connotations including disgust, revulsion, and horror
Synonyms
nauseate
disgust
repel
offend
disturb
upset
revolt
appall
horrify
shock
dismay
depress
dishearten
discourage
dispirit
demoralize
unnerve
unsettle
trouble
bother
worry
concern
alarm
frighten
terrify
intimidate
daunt
disgust
sicken
repulse
nauseate
offend
outrage
scandalize
shock
horrify
dismay
disquiet
perturb
ruffle
vex
irritate
annoy
vexate
gall
rankle
grate
fret
chafe
inflame
infuriate
enrage
incense
anger
infuriate
madden
enrage
provoke
irritate
exasperate
nettle
rile
get
peeve
Definitions
- To make someone feel sick or disgusted, especially because of something unpleasant or offensive
- * To become or feel sick, especially because of something unpleasant or offensive
Usage Examples
- The smell of rotting food began to sicken me
- * The news of the accident sickened her
- * The thought of eating spoiled meat sickens me
Antonyms
delight
please
gratify
satisfy
cheer
thrill
exhilarate
enchant
captivate
fascinate
intrigue
attract
appeal
tempt
entice
allure
invite
comfort
soothe
calm
reassure
relieve
hearten
encourage
uplift
inspire
gladden
exhilarate
invigorate
revitalize
energize
animate
stimulate
interest
engage
absorb
engross