Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
turn someone's stomach
idiomatic expression
/tɜrn ˈsʌmˌwʌnz ˈstʌmək/
Definition
To cause someone to feel disgusted or nauseated.
Examples
- Seeing the gruesome scene in the horror movie really turned her stomach.
- The smell of rotten food can quickly turn anyone’s stomach.
- His rude comments about the incident turned my stomach.
Meaning
The phrase describes the reaction someone has when they are faced with something that is repulsive or upsetting, often leading to a physical sensation of unease.
Synonyms
- disgust
- nauseate
- repulse
- stomach-turning
