nauseam

[naw-zee-uh m, -zhee-]

nauseam Definition

  • 1a state of disgust or boredom with something as a result of having experienced it too much
  • 2to a sickening or excessive degree

Using nauseam: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nauseam" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I've heard that joke so many times that it's become nauseam.

  • Example

    The topic has been discussed ad nauseam in the media.

  • Example

    The movie's special effects were used to nauseam, leaving little room for character development.

nauseam Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for nauseam

Phrases with nauseam

  • to a sickening or excessive degree; to the point of nausea

    Example

    The politician repeated his talking points ad nauseam, hoping to sway the voters.

  • to be extremely tired or bored of something

    Example

    I'm sick to death of hearing about their relationship problems. Can we talk about something else?

  • to be annoyed or bored with something after having too much of it

    Example

    I'm fed up with all this paperwork. I need a break.

Origins of nauseam

from Latin 'nausea', meaning 'seasickness'

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Summary: nauseam in Brief

'Nauseam' [naw-zee-uh m, -zhee-] refers to a state of disgust or boredom with something due to overexposure. It can be used to describe a situation where something has been repeated excessively, such as a joke or topic of conversation. The phrase 'ad nauseam' is often used to indicate that something has been repeated to a sickening degree. Synonyms include 'tedium' and 'weariness,' while antonyms include 'interest' and 'excitement.'

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