Meaning & use
unwell
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In poor health; sick or ill.
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She stayed home from work because she was feeling unwell.
He looked pale and unwell after the long flight.
A note on using this word
A polite, somewhat formal alternative to 'sick', often used in professional or medical contexts.
Words with a similar meaning
sickillpoorly
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