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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

sickeners

/sɪkˈniːrzərz/ noun · British & US
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What does sickeners mean?

noun

Sickeners are devices or substances that cause or spread illness, or people who are prone to getting sick. They can also refer to something that is unpleasant or unappealing.

Example

"The air quality in the city was so bad that it became a sickeners for many residents, causing them to fall ill frequently."

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