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Meaning of sickly

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

sickly

Pronunciation:/ˈsɪkli/

verb

Definitions

  1. To make (something) sickly.

  2. To become sickly.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Frequently ill or in poor health.

    Example: a sickly child

  2. Not in good health; (somewhat) sick.

  3. (of a plant) Characterized by poor or unhealthy growth.

  4. Appearing ill, infirm or unhealthy; giving the appearance of illness.

    Example: a sickly pallor

adverb

Definitions

  1. In a sick manner; in a way that reflects or causes sickness.

    Example: sickly pale; to cough sickly