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unwell

/ʌnˈwɛl/

Meanings
  • Adjective

    Not in good health; feeling or appearing ill.

    - "She was unwell for several days."
    - "The doctor diagnosed him as being unwell."
    - "I couldn't go to work because I was unwell."
  • Adjective

    Feeling or showing sadness, worry, or disappointment.

    - "He looked unwell when he heard the news."
    - "She was unwell after the argument."
    - "The team was unwell following their loss."

Synonyms

ailing , under the weather
Rhymes
Words rhyming with unwell
hell , shell , knell , tell , swell , spell
Homophones
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  1. Unreal (en) : Not real; imaginary.

  2. Unwind (en) : To release tension or stress; relax.


Variants
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unwell
Forms
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Unwellness


Etymology
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Old English 'unweal', meaning 'not well'; un- not + weal health.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'unwell' is often used interchangeably with the term 'ill'.

  2. In some cultures, being unwell is considered a sign of weakness and is looked down upon.

  3. The term 'unwell' can also be used to describe a situation or an object that is not functioning properly.


Related Concepts
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  1. Illness: A state of physical or mental disorder.

  2. Health: A state of complete harmony of the body, mind, and spirit. The ability to perform daily tasks, free from disease or injury.


Culture
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The term 'unwell' is commonly used to describe someone who is feeling ill or not in good health. It can also be used figuratively to describe someone who is sad, worried, or disappointed. In literature, the concept of being unwell is often explored through the themes of illness and health, as well as emotional and psychological well-being.

How to Memorize "unwell"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine someone lying in bed, feeling weak and tired. Visualize their body aching and their temperature being high.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'unwell' with the feeling of being sick or not feeling good.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Unwell means under no energy, weak and lying long'


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