ill

Definition

  • adj. affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function
  • adj. resulting in suffering or adversity
  • adj. distressing
  • adj. indicating hostility or enmity

Word forms

Plural
ills

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The ill in our community often struggle to get proper medical care.

  2. a.

    He felt ill after eating the spoiled food.

  3. adv.

    She ill advised him not to invest in that failing business.