seasickness
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for seasickness, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Nausea and dizziness caused by the movement of a ship or boat.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
naupathia
mal de mer
How to use seasickness
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a bout of seasickness
seasickness pills
Etymology
From "seasick" plus the noun-forming suffix "-ness."
Full origin of seasickness →Frequently asked questions
What does “seasickness” mean?
The word “seasickness” means nausea and dizziness caused by the movement of a ship or boat. In plain terms, the sick, dizzy feeling people get from being on a rocking boat.
How do you pronounce “seasickness”?
“Seasickness” is pronounced SEE-sihk-nuhs (/ˈsiːsɪk.nəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “seasickness” in a sentence?
Here is “seasickness” used in a sentence: “Ginger tea is a common home remedy for seasickness.”
What part of speech is “seasickness”?
“Seasickness” is a noun.