vomit Synonyms
Another word for vomit
• verb (Context 1)
To eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth as a result of involuntary muscular spasms.
"Rough seas caused several passengers on the ferry to feel dizzy and throw up."
• noun (Context 2)
Partly digested food, fluid, and stomach acid that has been involuntarily or forcibly ejected from the stomach through the mouth.
"The veterinary assistant wore protective gloves while cleaning the vomitus from the examination table."
• noun (Context 3)
An act or instance of ejecting the contents of the stomach through the mouth.
"The patient experienced a sudden bout of nausea followed by a violent emesis."
• verb (Context 4)
To discharge or pour forth something violently and copiously (as of a volcano, chimney, or crowd).
"The active volcano continued to spew thick plumes of ash and molten rock into the night sky."
Opposites of vomit
The opposite of vomit shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: