motion sickness

American  

noun

Pathology.

1. a feeling of nausea and dizziness, sometimes accompanied by vomiting, resulting from stimulation by motion of the semicircular canals of the ear during travel by car, plane, etc.

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motion sickness British  

noun

1. the state or condition of being dizzy or nauseous from riding in a moving vehicle

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Etymology

Origin of motion sickness

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

“The motion sickness opportunity could add some upside to numbers, and today’s approval is a big milestone for the company,” Cantor analyst Olivia Brayer wrote in a late Tuesday note.

From Barron's • Dec. 31, 2025

I am plagued by motion sickness, of which the most pernicious variety is “sim sickness.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 17, 2025

This is a ride heavy on physical sets, as screens are used in a complementary rather than starring role, which will blissfully cut down on motion sickness.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2025

Scopolamine, colloquially known as Devil’s Breath, is used to treat motion sickness.

From BBC • Oct. 16, 2024

“They have a water park with the world’s biggest underwater roller coaster. Once I pop a motion sickness pill, I can ride it for hours.”

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas