ill Definition
- 1not in good health; sick or unwell
- 2resulting from or caused by illness
- 3evil or harmful in nature or effect
Using ill: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "ill" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She is feeling ill and needs to rest.
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The ill effects of smoking are well-known.
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He has an ill temper and often gets angry.
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The company's financial situation is looking ill.
ill Synonyms and Antonyms
Idioms Using ill
Example
The economic downturn was an ill wind for many businesses.
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The teacher takes a dim view of students who come to class ill-prepared.
to have a hidden motive or selfish reason for doing or being involved in something
Example
I think he has an axe to grind with the company, which is why he's been so critical of their decisions.
Phrases with ill
Example
She was taken ill with a high fever.
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He fell ill after eating the contaminated food.
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I don't wish him ill, but I also don't want to see him succeed.
Origins of ill
from Old English 'ylle'
Summary: ill in Brief
The adjective 'ill' [ɪl] refers to a state of poor health or sickness, as in 'She is feeling ill and needs to rest.' It can also describe something that results from or is caused by illness, such as 'The ill effects of smoking are well-known.' Additionally, 'ill' can denote something evil or harmful, as in 'He has an ill temper and often gets angry.' Common phrases include 'be taken ill' and 'fall ill,' while idioms like 'an ill wind' and 'take a dim view of something' convey negative situations.
