kinetosis

/kɪnɪˈtoʊsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

a condition in which the body experiences a sense of movement or dizziness, often caused by motion, particularly in a vehicle, aircraft, or boat, or by visual disturbances such as those caused by watching a spinning top or a merry-go-round.

“She experienced kinetosis during the car ride and had to pull over to collect herself.”

Synonyms

  • carsickness
  • motion sickness
  • seasickness

Antonyms

  • balance
  • stability