collywobbles

/ˈkɒliˌwɒbliz, ˈkɒliwɒbəlz/

Definitions

1. noun

a feeling of nausea or stomach upset, especially as a result of fear, anxiety, or excitement

“The thought of public speaking gave her the collywobbles.”

2. verb

to cause someone to feel nausea or stomach upset, especially as a result of fear, anxiety, or excitement

“The horror movie collywobbled the whole audience.”

Synonyms

  • giddy
  • queasy

Antonyms

  • calm
  • composed