Definition

Having a sickly appearance or a bad temper, often related to bile or liver issues.

Example

After eating too much greasy food, he felt bilious and irritable.

Conversation

I felt really bilious after that greasy meal we had yesterday.

Oh no! I hate when that happens, it makes everything feel off.

Yeah, I just couldn’t shake the feeling all day.

Maybe next time we should pick somewhere lighter to eat.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bilious → It is derived from the Latin word "bilis" (meaning bile), which refers to the digestive fluid produced by the liver. The suffix "-ous" (meaning full of) indicates a quality or condition. Therefore, "bilious" describes a state characterized by an excess of bile, often associated with nausea or irritability.

Memory Tip

Think of 'bile' as the digestive fluid that can make someone feel sick or irritable, and remember that 'bilious' means full of bile or having a sickly temperament.

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