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Queasy

/ˈkwiː.zi/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

feeling nauseous or having an unsettled stomach.

After the roller coaster ride, I felt queasy and needed to sit down.

experiencing unease or discomfort.

The thought of public speaking always makes me feel queasy.

in a state of apprehension or uncertainty.

He felt queasy about making a big investment without more information.

Etymology

The word 'queasy' originated in the late 16th century, probably derived from 'queasiness', influenced by dialectal 'queasy', meaning 'unwell' or 'nauseous'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

queasy stomach

A stomach feeling discomfort or nausea.

queasy about something

Feeling uneasy or hesitant regarding a decision or situation.

queasy rider

A person who is easily affected by motion sickness.

Related Words

nausea

The feeling of being sick to the stomach.

dizzy

Having a sensation of spinning or losing one's balance.

uneasy

Feeling anxious or uncomfortable.

Slang Meanings

Feeling a bit off or not quite right.

After that spicy food, I'm feeling a little queasy.

To describe something that makes one uncomfortable or anxious.

That movie had some queasy scenes that I couldn't handle.