Sickness

/ˈsɪk.nəs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the state of being ill or unwell; a physical or mental condition that prevents normal functioning.

The flu is a common sickness that affects many people during the winter.

a specific disease or disorder.

Cancer is a serious sickness that requires extensive treatment.

a feeling of discomfort or unease, such as nausea.

She experienced severe motion sickness during the car ride.

a general term for conditions that can lead to chronic health issues.

Obesity can lead to multiple sicknesses, including diabetes and heart disease.

a term used for a feeling of aversion or distaste.

He felt a sickness in his stomach at the thought of lying to his friend.

Middle English siknesse, from Old English sīcnes, from sīc 'sick', + -ness.

a sickness unto death

A situation where despair leads to total loss of hope.

sick as a dog

Very ill; extremely sick.

sickness benefit

Financial assistance provided during an illness.

illness

A more general term for a state of ill health.

disease

A specific pathological condition of a bodily part.

ailment

An often minor illness.

Sick

That party was sick, everyone had a blast!

Ill

He's feeling ill after that crazy roller coaster.