nausea
/ˈnɔːsɪə/ · nau·see·a
noun
- A feeling of illness or discomfort in the digestive system, usually characterized by a strong urge to vomit. After eating the spoiled food, she felt a wave of nausea wash over her.
- Strong dislike or disgust. The smell of rotten fish filled the air, causing a sense of nausea in everyone present.
- Motion sickness. The car ride was so bumpy that the passengers experienced nausea due to the constant motion.
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Did you know? The term 'nausea' is often used in medical contexts to describe a symptom of various conditions, including food poisoning, migraines, and even space travel.