Definitions

1. noun

a feeling of dizziness or disorientation caused by a spinning motion, or a fear or anxiety related to heights

“The doctor diagnosed her with vertigo and recommended physical therapy to alleviate the symptoms.”

2. noun

a state of intense anxiety or unease, often related to a particular situation or issue

“The news of the company’s financial struggles triggered a wave of vertigo among its investors.”

3. noun

a sense of disorientation or confusion, often caused by a change in surroundings or circumstances

“The new employee felt a sense of vertigo after moving to a new city for work.”

4. adjective

causing or characterized by a sense of dizziness or disorientation

“The vertigo-inducing views from the top of the skyscraper left many visitors feeling queasy.”