retched

[ˈrɛtʃt]

retched Definition

to make the sound and movement of vomiting, as a result of feeling sick or disgusted.

Using retched: Examples

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

  • Example

    The smell of the garbage made me retch.

  • Example

    The thought of eating snails made her retch.

  • Example

    The medicine was so bitter that it made him retch.

retched Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for retched

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Summary: retched in Brief

'Retched' [ˈrɛtʃt] is a verb that describes the sound and movement of vomiting due to feeling sick or disgusted. It is often used to describe an involuntary physical reaction to unpleasant stimuli, such as bad smells or tastes. Synonyms include 'vomit,' 'heave,' and 'gag.'