Definition

A feeling of spinning or dizziness, often making a person feel unsteady or disoriented.

Example

After riding the roller coaster, I experienced a brief episode of vertigo.

Conversation

Have you ever experienced vertigo when looking down from a tall building?

Yeah, it’s such a strange feeling, right?

I get really nervous because it feels like the ground is moving.

Exactly! It's like everything around you is spinning.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Vertigo → It is derived from the Latin word "vertere" (meaning to turn) and the suffix "-igo" (which indicates a condition). The word "vertigo" refers to a condition characterized by a sensation of spinning or turning, often leading to dizziness.

Memory Tip

Imagine feeling like you are 'turning' ('vertere') around in circles, which helps you remember that vertigo is that dizzy feeling of spinning.

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