Basic Details
Word: Stomach-churning
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Making you feel very upset or disgusted; it can also mean causing feelings of nausea.
Synonyms: Nauseating, nauseous, disturbing
Antonyms: Pleasant, soothing, calming
Idioms and Phrases
- Stomach-churning news: Bad news that makes you feel upset or uneasy. Example: "The stomach-churning news of the accident left everyone in shock."
- Have a stomach-churning experience: To go through something very distressing. Example: "Watching the horror movie gave me a stomach-churning experience I won't forget."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The stomach-churning rollercoaster had everyone screaming in surprise.
Example 2: The documentary on pollution was stomach-churning as it showed the impact on marine life.
Example 3: After eating the expired food, she felt stomach-churning discomfort for hours.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the phrase "stomach-churning" is often used to describe extreme feelings of fear or disgust? It helps convey the physical sensation that these emotions can create in our bodies!
Famous Quote
"The only thing we have to fear is fear itself." Franklin D. Roosevelt. (Though fear can be stomach-churning, facing it will help us grow!)
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "stomach-churning" mean?
a) Making you feel happy
b) Making you feel very upset or disgusted
c) Making you feel energetic
d) Making you feel sleepy
Answer: b) Making you feel very upset or disgusted
2. Which of these is a synonym of "stomach-churning"?
a) Disturbing
b) Exciting
c) Joyful
d) Comfortable
Answer: a) Disturbing
3. Which is an antonym of "stomach-churning"?
a) Calming
b) Nauseating
c) Disturbing
d) Upsetting
Answer: a) Calming
4. Which sentence uses "stomach-churning" correctly?
a) The stomach-churning scent of flowers filled the air.
b) The stomach-churning news made her cry.
c) The stomach-churning ice cream was delicious.
d) The stomach-churning game was very relaxing.
Answer: b) The stomach-churning news made her cry.
5. What does the phrase "stomach-churning experience" refer to?
a) A fun outing
b) A distressing event
c) A relaxing holiday
d) A joyful celebration
Answer: b) A distressing event
