Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sick-to-one's-stomach
Idiom
/sɪk tə wʌnz ˈstʌmək/
Definition
A phrase used to describe an intense feeling of nausea or discomfort, often due to emotional distress or worry.
Examples
- After hearing the news, I felt sick-to-my-stomach.
- The thought of lying to my friend made me sick-to-my-stomach.
- She was sick-to-her-stomach with worry about the upcoming exam.
Meaning
Feeling overwhelmed or upset to the point where it causes physical ailments, particularly nausea.
Synonyms
- nauseous
- queasy
- unsettled
- ill at ease
