Meaning & Definition of word "Queasy"
Queasy
/ˈkwiː.zi/
adjective:
- 1. feeling nauseous or having an unsettled stomach.
- Example: After the roller coaster ride, I felt queasy and needed to sit down.
- 2. experiencing unease or discomfort.
- Example: The thought of public speaking always makes me feel queasy.
- 3. in a state of apprehension or uncertainty.
- Example: 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 of queasy
Meaning: Feeling a bit off or not quite right.
● Example Sentence: After that spicy food, I'm feeling a little queasy.
Meaning: To describe something that makes one uncomfortable or anxious.
● Example Sentence: That movie had some queasy scenes that I couldn't handle.