Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vertiginous
Adjective
/vərˈtɪdʒ.ɪ.nəs/
Definition
Characterized by or experiencing vertigo; causing a sensation of dizziness or spinning.
Examples
- The vertiginous heights of the mountain made her head spin.
- He felt vertiginous after standing up too quickly.
- The vertiginous speed of the roller coaster was thrilling.
Meaning
The term refers to something that can make a person feel as if they or their surroundings are spinning or dizzy.
Synonyms
- dizzying
- staggering
- giddy
