biliousness

Definitions

A state of excessive bile secretion, often characterized by nausea, indigestion, or constipation.

An irritable, peevish, or bad-tempered disposition.

A sickly, unpleasant, or garish quality, especially in color.

Examples

The heavy, greasy meal left him with a lingering sense of biliousness throughout the afternoon.

His constant complaining and sour attitude were symptomatic of a deep-seated biliousness that alienated all his colleagues.

Synonyms

nausea queasiness irascibility peevishness crankiness ill-temper sickness

Antonyms

cheerfulness amiability good-nature wellness healthiness pleasantness geniality