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Sick

Sihk

/ˈsɪk/

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sick

Dictionary meaning

Shockingly repellent.

Examples

  • Sat completely still, sick with envy.
  • They devote their lives to caring for the sick.

Synonyms: ghastly

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Ephemeral

ih-FEM-er-ul

Mellifluous

muh-LIF-loo-us

Perspicacious

pur-spi-KAY-shus

Obsequious

uhb-SEE-kwee-us

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