ill
Pronunciation
Adjective
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
Not in good health, or, less commonly, bad.
Synonyms and antonyms
Usage notes
More common in British English than American English, which tends to prefer "sick" in everyday speech.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "She stayed home from school because she felt _____."
Answer: ill
In your own words, what does "ill" mean?
Not in good health, or, less commonly, bad.
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