Definition

Feeling sick or nauseous due to the movement of an airplane while flying.

Example

She felt airsick during the flight to Paris.

Conversation

I feel a bit airsick after that flight.

Oh no, that sounds rough!

Yeah, I should have taken something for it beforehand.

Definitely — it can really ruin the trip if you're not careful.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Airsick → The word is formed from "air" (from Old English *aer*, meaning the atmosphere or sky) and "sick" (from Old English *sēoc*, meaning ill or unwell). The term "airsick" describes the feeling of being unwell due to the motion or conditions in the air, typically while traveling by airplane.

Memory Tip

Imagine feeling 'ill' ('sick') because of the 'atmosphere' ('air') around you — that's what airsick means.

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