Definition

Having a sickly appearance or quality; looking unhealthy or weak.

Example

After weeks of illness, he had a sicklied complexion that worried his friends.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I heard that soup can help when you're feeling sicklied from the flu.

Yeah, it's comforting and can really soothe your stomach.

I just want something that won't make me feel more sicklied after eating.

Then definitely stick to something light, like broth or toast!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sicklied → The word is derived from 'sick' (from Old English 'sēoc', meaning ill or unwell) and the suffix '-lied' (a variant of 'lied', which can imply a state or condition). The term 'sicklied' refers to the state of being made sick or appearing sickly.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sick' meaning ill, and the '-lied' suggesting a state — together, they help you remember that 'sicklied' describes a condition of being made to appear sick.

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