unwell

CEFRA2

/ʌnˈwɛl/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Sick or not feeling physically or mentally healthy.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Specifically, ill from menstruation; affected with, or having, catamenial; menstruant.

Examples

  • He came to school even though he was unwell.

  • Does somebody feel unwell?

At a glance

Sits at A2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
3
Parts of speech
1
Synonyms
5

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meaning

  1. Not in good health; not feeling well; somewhat ill

Synonyms

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She stayed home from school because she felt blank and had a fever.

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Origin

adjective

From un- + well.