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sickness

Pronunciation: [ˈsɪk.nəs]

Word

Learn how to use sickness in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “health”

(noun) sickness refers to a state when someone feels unwell or has an illness. It's like when your body feels bad, and you might need to rest or see a doctor.

Example

She stayed home from school because of her sickness.

Example

He didn't feel any sickness at all, even after the long trip.

Example

Do you think it's just a cold, or is it something more serious like a sickness?

Context: “emotion”

(noun) sickness can also mean a feeling of being unhappy or disturbed. This could be about something that bothers you, like when you feel sad about something in life.

Example

She felt a sickness in her heart after hearing the bad news.

Example

Despite the challenges, he did not experience any sickness regarding the situation.

Example

Have you ever felt a sickness about something that happened to you?

How to pronounce sickness

Pronunciation: [ˈsɪk.nəs]

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