sickness

Definitions

The state of being ill or in poor health.

A specific disease or medical condition.

A feeling of nausea or the urge to vomit.

Examples

The constant travel caused a lingering feeling of motion sickness.

He had to stay home from work due to a sudden bout of sickness.

The doctor explained that the sickness was caused by a viral infection.

Synonyms

illness disease ailment malady affliction indisposition infirmity

Antonyms

health wellness fitness well-being vigor strength robustness