Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-the-pit-of-ones-stomach
idiom
/ɪn ðə pɪt əv wʌnz ˈstʌmək/
Definition
A feeling of deep anxiety or unease.
Examples
- She felt a tightness in the pit of her stomach when she heard the news.
- Before giving his speech, he experienced that familiar feeling in the pit of his stomach.
- The pit of her stomach dropped when she realized she had forgotten her keys.
Meaning
This phrase describes a strong, often uncomfortable feeling that arises when someone anticipates trouble, fear, or anxiety.
Synonyms
- anxiety
- unease
- apprehension
- nervousness
