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Meaning of Sick of

Feeling annoyed or unhappy because something is continual or excessive.

In simple words: Tired of something

Sick of in a sentence

  • I'm sick of waiting for the bus every morning.
  • She is sick of the same old routine at work.
  • They are sick of listening to his excuses.
  • He got sick of playing the same video game over and over.
  • I'm sick of hearing the same song on repeat.

How to use Sick of

Use in casual conversations to express frustration or annoyance. Avoid in formal writing or speech.

Grammar pattern

sick of + noun/gerund

Memory hint

Imagine someone feeling sick from too much of something they don’t like.

Related words

Collocations with Sick of

  • sick of waiting
  • sick of excuses
  • sick of the drama
  • sick of the news
  • sick of this job

Synonyms for Sick of

Common mistakes with Sick of

  • Mixing it with 'sick from' which means affected by illness.
  • Using it with a noun where a gerund is needed.
  • Saying 'sick to' instead of 'sick of'.

Compare Sick of with Done with, Over

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Frequently asked questions about Sick of

What does Sick of mean?

Tired of something

What is the definition of Sick of?

Feeling annoyed or unhappy because something is continual or excessive.

How do you use Sick of in a sentence?

I'm sick of waiting for the bus every morning.

Can you give another example of Sick of?

She is sick of the same old routine at work.

What are synonyms for Sick of?

Common alternatives include tired of, fed up with, weary of, done with, over.

What words go with Sick of?

It commonly pairs with sick of waiting, sick of excuses, sick of the drama, sick of the news, sick of this job.

What are common mistakes when using Sick of?

Mixing it with 'sick from' which means affected by illness. Using it with a noun where a gerund is needed. Saying 'sick to' instead of 'sick of'.

How do you pronounce Sick of?

US: //sɪk əv//, UK: //sɪk əv//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Sick of formal or informal?

"Sick of" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Sick of?

Use in casual conversations to express frustration or annoyance. Avoid in formal writing or speech.