Definition of queasiness

The word "queasiness" has its roots in the Old English word "cwis" or "cwisness," which means "disgust" or "nausea." This word is derived from the Proto-Germanic "kweisiz" and the Proto-Indo-European "gweis," both of which carried connotations of distaste or dislike. Throughout the Middle English period, the word "queasiness" emerged as a combination of the words "quease," meaning "to be disgusted or sickened," and the suffix "-ness," which forms a noun indicating a quality or state. The first recorded use of "queasiness" dates back to the 14th century, where it appeared in the poem "The Vision of Piers Plowman" by William Langland. Over time, the word "queasiness" has taken on a broader meaning, encompassing feelings of discomfort, unease, or nausea, often in response to unpleasant or nauseous stimuli. Today, the word is commonly used to describe a range of physical and emotional responses to unpalatable or unpleasant experiences.