Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
malaise
Noun
/məˈleɪz/
Definition
A general feeling of discomfort, illness, or uneasiness whose exact cause is difficult to identify.
Examples
- After several hours of work, she began to feel a sense of malaise that she couldn’t shake off.
- The doctor noted his patient’s malaise and decided to run further tests.
- Economic malaise can lead to widespread dissatisfaction in a community.
Meaning
Malaise is often used to describe a condition where a person feels unwell for no specific reason. It can be a symptom of underlying health issues.
Synonyms
- discomfort
- uneasiness
- illness
- disquiet
- listlessness
