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Uncommonsickly
The correct spelling is sickly.
How to pronounce sickly
verb
IPA: /ˈsɪkli/
Say it like: Sik-lee
The correct spelling is sickly. To make (something) sickly. For example: "a sickly child"
Usage Examples
“a sickly child”
“a sickly pallor”
“a sickly smile”
Meanings
verb
- 1.To make (something) sickly.
- 2.To become sickly.
adjective
- 1.Frequently ill or in poor health.
- 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.
- 5.Shedding a relatively small amount of light; (of light) not very bright.
adverb
- 1.In a sick manner; in a way that reflects or causes sickness.
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