Synonyms for Sick
Definition of sick
adjective
- affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function; "ill from the monotony of his suffering"
- feeling nausea; feeling about to vomit
- affected with madness or insanity; "a man who had gone mad"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "sick"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like afflicted, aguish, ailing can replace "sick" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 20 alternatives available, "sick" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Sick" in song lyrics
See how sick is used in real songs:
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"Lying in a hospital, sick"
2Mex f/ Sick Jacken (Psycho Realm), Xololanxinco — Doctors, Drums and Danger -
"We the type of players makin' Save-Em's sick"
2nd II None f/ Playa Hamm — Pawdy -
"You know, we're sick, I mean sick"
Above the Law — 1996