stomachic
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈstʌməkɪk/
KK: /ˈstʌməkɪk/
adjective
Definition
Related to the stomach or helping with digestion.
Example
The doctor recommended a stomachic remedy to improve my digestion.
Conversation
I just tried this new herbal tea that claims to be stomachic.
Oh really? How did it taste?
It was surprisingly good, and my digestion felt better afterward.
That sounds nice! I should look for something stomachic too.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
digestive
gastric
stomachal
Antonyms
indigestible
unwholesome
harmful
noun
Definition
A substance or medicine that helps to improve the function of the stomach or aids digestion.
Example
The doctor recommended a stomachic to help with my digestion issues.
Conversation
I’ve been feeling a bit off lately; I think I need something to help my digestion.
Have you tried any stomachic remedies? They can really help with that.
Not yet, but I heard ginger tea is a good stomachic option.
Root Explanation
Stomachic → It is formed from "stomachus" (from Greek "stomachos", meaning stomach) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "stomachic" refers to something that pertains to or affects the stomach.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'stomach' and remember that 'stomachic' means something related to the stomach.
Visually Confused Words
tauromachic
stoach