sicken
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for sicken, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To make someone feel disgusted or appalled.
Synonyms
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How to use sicken
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English sekenen, built from "sick" plus the verb-forming suffix "-en".
Full origin of sicken →Frequently asked questions
What does “sicken” mean?
The word “sicken” means to make someone feel disgusted or appalled. In plain terms, to disgust someone, or to fall ill.
How do you pronounce “sicken”?
“Sicken” is pronounced SIH-kuhn (/ˈsɪkən/ in IPA).
How do you use “sicken” in a sentence?
Here is “sicken” used in a sentence: “The reports of animal cruelty sickened the whole community.”
What part of speech is “sicken”?
“Sicken” is a verb.
Where does the word “sicken” come from?
The word “sicken” comes from Middle English. From Middle English sekenen, built from "sick" plus the verb-forming suffix "-en".
How many meanings does “sicken” have?
“Sicken” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to make someone feel disgusted or appalled.