Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

make one's gorge rise

idiomatic expression
/meɪk wʌnz gɔːrdʒ raɪz/
Definition
To cause a feeling of disgust or nausea.
Examples
  • Seeing the mistreatment of animals made her gorge rise.
  • The graphic details in the report made his gorge rise.
Meaning
This phrase is typically used to express a strong reaction of revulsion to something considered offensive, disturbing, or unpleasant.
Synonyms
  • disgust
  • revulsion
  • nausea