This could be one of the greatest faux pas of our language. It has become so common to hear someone say they’re nauseous, it’s no wonder we’re so nauseated by people.

Nauseous – means to cause nausea or disgust.

Nauseate/d – means to be affected by stomach distress or disgust.

 Strunk explained this best and still makes me laugh. “Do not, therefore, say, ‘I feel nauseous,’ unless you are sure you have that effect on others. [1]

1. Strunk and White, The Elements of Style.

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