nausea

word

/ˈnɔziə/
/nˈɔːsɪɐ/

Definition

A feeling of sickness in the stomach that makes you feel like you might vomit.

Usage & Nuances

'Nausea' is a medical or formal term, often used by doctors. In everyday speech, people might say 'sick to my stomach.' Common collocations: 'feel nausea,' 'severe nausea,' 'nausea and vomiting.' Not used for other types of discomfort (like headaches).

Example Sentences

If you start to experience nausea during the trip, let me know right away.

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"I can't eat anything right now—this nausea won't go away."

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I feel nausea after eating too much.

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The medicine helps to reduce nausea.

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Morning nausea is common during pregnancy.

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After the roller coaster, that spinning feeling gave me serious nausea.

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