Meaning of the word sicken in English
What does sicken mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
sicken
US /ˈsɪk.ən/
UK /ˈsɪk.ən/
Verb
1.
make (someone) feel sick or disgusted
Example:
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The smell of the rotting food began to sicken her.
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The cruelty of the act sickened everyone who witnessed it.
2.
become sick or disgusted
Example:
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He sickened at the thought of eating raw meat.
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The patient began to sicken rapidly after the infection.