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nauseous
01
feeling as if one is likely to vomit
Examples
The bumpy car ride made her feel nauseous, and she had to close her eyes to avoid getting sick.
The strong smell of seafood made her feel nauseous, so she had to leave the restaurant.
02
inducing the urge to vomit
Examples
The strong smell of rotten eggs is nauseous and can trigger vomiting.
Certain medications have a nauseous taste, making them difficult to swallow.
