unwell
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of unwell
late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; see origin at un- 1, well 1
Example Sentences
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"We're not saying people are suddenly going to become unwell when we cross a certain threshold," he said.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 15, 2026
“There’s nothing that will make you feel more unwell than being treated as if you’re unwell,” she wrote.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
But many older and unwell residents -- in a country with the world's second-oldest population -- are taking shelter in school gyms and municipal offices.
From Barron's ● Jul. 30, 2026
To her owners, Gelsomina is simply a beloved pet who is growing increasingly detached and unwell.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
“I am unwell and baffled and compromised. I would like to sleep.”
From "Louisiana's Way Home" by Kate DiCamillo
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