sick
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/sɪk/
illness or discomfort
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sick' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'sēoc', where 'sēoc' meant 'ill or diseased'.
Historical Evolution
'sēoc' transformed into the Middle English word 'sik', and eventually became the modern English word 'sick'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'ill or diseased', but over time it evolved to include meanings like 'nauseous' and 'annoyed'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
affected by physical or mental illness.
She felt sick after eating too much candy.
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Adjective 2
feeling nauseous or wanting to vomit.
The roller coaster made him feel sick.
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Adjective 3
intensely annoyed or bored.
I'm sick of hearing the same song over and over.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35