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sickly
01
weak or unhealthy, often in a way that suggests long-term illness or a lack of vitality
Examples
The sickly child spent most of his days in bed, struggling with frequent fevers.
She looked sickly after weeks of poor nutrition and little rest.
02
unhealthy looking
03
of something too strong or unpleasant, like a taste, smell, color, or light, that makes you feel uneasy or sick
Examples
The cake ’s sickly sweetness made it hard to eat more than a bite.
A sickly yellow glow filled the dimly lit room, adding to its eerie vibe.
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