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nauseous

/ˈnɔːziəs/

ADJECTIVE

1. Causing nausea or physical sickness

Producing a feeling of sickness, queasiness, or an urge to vomit.

1.1. Causing physical nausea

Describing a smell, taste, sight, movement, or substance that makes someone feel sick or likely to vomit.

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  • The strong smell of the chemicals made him feel nauseous.
  • The thought of going on the roller coaster made him feel nauseous.

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ADJECTIVE

2. Feeling sick or afflicted with nausea

Experiencing an unpleasant sensation of sickness, often accompanied by an urge to vomit.

2.1. Feeling physically sick or queasy

Describing a person who feels unwell, unsettled in the stomach, or close to vomiting.

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  • She felt nauseous after eating the spoiled food.
  • The bumpy car ride left her feeling nauseous and dizzy.
  • The medication often makes her feel nauseous, especially if taken on an empty stomach.

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ADJECTIVE

3. Causing disgust or strong repulsion

Producing an intense feeling of disgust, revulsion, or moral aversion.

3.1. Disgusting or repulsive

Describing something extremely unpleasant, offensive, or repellent that provokes strong feelings of disgust.

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  • The thought of eating spoiled meat was nauseous to him.
  • The behavior displayed by the corrupt officials was nauseous to the public.

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3.2. Morally offensive or objectionable

Describing conduct, attitudes, or actions that provoke strong moral disapproval, contempt, or indignation.

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  • immorality
  • depravity
  • wickedness
  • cruelty
  • corruption
  • misconduct