What does sickish mean?
Sickish means Somewhat sick, but not seriously so..
Sickish
/ˈsɪkɪʃ/ · adjective
Meaning
Somewhat sick, but not seriously so..
Example Sentences
[W]hen an unexpected bankruptcy was announced by Cluffe or Toole in the Club-room, it made his ear ring like a slap, and he felt sickish for half an hour after.
His heart was thumping harder than ever, and it was impossible to tell if the sickish, pukey feeling deep down in his belly was relief or terror.
Synonyms for sickish
Antonyms for sickish
Related Words
Word Forms
- more sickish
- most sickish
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for sickish?
Common synonyms include out of sorts, poorly, unwell, sick.
What is the opposite of sickish?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use sickish in a sentence?
[W]hen an unexpected bankruptcy was announced by Cluffe or Toole in the Club-room, it made his ear ring like a slap, and he felt sickish for half an hour after.
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