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
