Indisposed: meaning, definitions and examples
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indisposed
[ ˌɪndɪˈspoʊzd ]
health condition
Indisposed refers to a state of being unwell or not healthy enough to perform usual activities. It suggests a temporary condition that might prevent someone from attending to their normal duties.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I cannot attend the meeting as I am feeling indisposed today.
- She was indisposed for a week due to a flu.
- He felt indisposed after the long journey.
Translations
Translations of the word "indisposed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 indisposto
🇮🇳 बीमार
🇩🇪 unpässlich
🇮🇩 tidak enak badan
🇺🇦 недоступний
🇵🇱 niedysponowany
🇯🇵 不調の
🇫🇷 malade
🇪🇸 indispuesto
🇹🇷 rahatsız
🇰🇷 불편한
🇸🇦 غير متاح
🇨🇿 neschopný
🇸🇰 neschopný
🇨🇳 不适
🇸🇮 nezmožen
🇮🇸 ófær
🇰🇿 қол жетімсіз
🇬🇪 არასწორი
🇦🇿 müsahibə
🇲🇽 indispuesto
Etymology
The term 'indisposed' originates from the early 16th century, deriving from the combination of 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'disposed' meaning 'disposed or arranged in a certain manner'. Initially, 'disposed' pertained to having a particular inclination or tendency. Over time, 'indisposed' evolved to describe someone who is not in a favorable state for action, particularly in the context of health. It encompasses a range of meanings from feeling slightly unwell to being unable to fulfill obligations, reflecting a temporary disturbance from one's usual state of health or activity. The usage of the word has remained fairly consistent over the centuries, maintaining its focus on the individual’s condition affecting their capability to engage in standard tasks or practices.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #23,607, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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- 23606 staccato
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- 23608 tenaciously
- 23609 rehabilitating
- 23610 socialize
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