Squeamish
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈskwiːmɪʃ/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Squeamish is an adjective meaning Easily shocked, sickened or frightened; tending to be nauseated or nervous; oversensitive.
Meaning
Easily shocked, sickened or frightened; tending to be nauseated or nervous; oversensitive.
More Meanings
- Averse or reluctant.
Example Sentences
He might have made a good doctor, had he not been so squeamish at the sight of blood.
Word Forms
- squeimish
- squemish
- squeamous
Synonyms for squeamish
Depending on context, synonyms include fastidious, dainty, nice, prissy, overnice.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dainty, overnice, fastidious, nice, prissy, carsick.
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