stomach upset
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Definition
Noun A temporary and minor disorder of the digestive system, characterized by physical discomfort in the stomach area. This discomfort often includes symptoms such as a feeling of fullness, pain, heartburn, or nausea.
Usage
The term "stomach upset" is a common, non-medical phrase used to describe general, mild digestive discomfort. It is typically used in everyday conversation rather than in formal medical contexts. * It is often preceded by verbs like "have," "get," or "suffer from." * It can be caused by various factors like eating rich food, stress, or a minor infection.
Examples
- After the rich meal, I had a bit of a stomach upset.
- Traveling sometimes gives me a stomach upset.
- She couldn't go to work because she was suffering from a stomach upset.
Advanced Usage
- "To settle a stomach upset": This phrase means to take action (like drinking herbal tea or taking medicine) to alleviate the discomfort.
- A cup of ginger tea can help settle a stomach upset.
Variants and Related Words
- Indigestion (n): A more formal synonym often used interchangeably with "stomach upset," specifically referring to difficulty in digesting food.
- Dyspepsia (n): The technical medical term for persistent or recurrent indigestion.
- Upset stomach (n): A variant form with the same meaning, where "upset" functions as an adjective.
Synonyms
- Indigestion: Discomfort in the stomach associated with difficulty in digesting food.
- Dyspepsia: (Medical) Indigestion.
- Tummy trouble: (Informal, especially with children) A general term for stomach discomfort.
Related Phrases
- Bother one's stomach: To cause mild digestive discomfort.
- Spicy food tends to bother my stomach.
- Feel queasy: To feel nauseated or slightly sick to one's stomach.
- The boat ride made me feel queasy.
Noun
- a disorder of digestive function characterized by discomfort or heartburn or nausea