Definition

A general feeling of discomfort, illness, or unease that is hard to identify or explain.

Example

After weeks of stress, she felt a sense of malaise that made it hard to enjoy her usual activities.

Conversation

I've been feeling a bit of a malaise lately, like I can't shake this low mood.

I get that; sometimes it just creeps up on you without any reason.

Yeah, it's frustrating because I can't pinpoint why I feel this way.

Maybe we should do something fun to lift our spirits!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Malaise** → The word originates from Old French *malaise*, meaning discomfort or unease. It describes a general feeling of illness or lack of well-being.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for discomfort, *malaise*, to remember that malaise refers to a feeling of unease or illness.

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