Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

stomach-churning

adjective
/ˈstʌmək ˈʧɜrnɪŋ/
Definition
causing a feeling of nausea or extreme unease.
Examples
  • The movie’s graphic scenes were stomach-churning and left many viewers feeling uneasy.
  • She felt a stomach-churning sensation as she watched the roller coaster plunge down.
  • His stomach-churning confession shocked everyone in the room.
Meaning
This term describes a sensation that makes someone feel sick or uneasy, typically due to something distressing or disturbing.
Synonyms
  • nauseating
  • disgusting
  • repulsive
  • disturbing