What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
queasy
Example
The smell of the seafood made me feel queasy. [queasy: adjective]
Example
I always get queasy before a big exam. [queasy: adjective]
sick
Example
I'm feeling sick today, I think I caught a cold. [sick: adjective]
Example
She felt sick after eating too much candy. [sick: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Sick is a more common word than queasy in everyday language, as it covers a wider range of contexts and can be used to describe more severe or serious conditions.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between queasy and sick?
Both queasy and sick can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but sick is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of situations.
