indigestion

noun

in·​di·​ges·​tion ˌin-(ˌ)dī-ˈjes-chən 

-ˈjesh-

1

: inability to digest or difficulty in digesting something

2

: a case or attack of indigestion marked especially by a burning sensation or discomfort in the upper abdomen

Examples of indigestion in a Sentence

The patient complained of indigestion and nausea.

I like spicy foods but they always give me indigestion.

Recent Examples on the Web

Instead, bacteria in your stomach cause this alternative sweetener to ferment, often leading to indigestion. —Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 27 Nov. 2024

Airport insiders know that travelers have little clue if a missing bag was a personal instance of bad luck or one of many regular mishaps due to mechanical indigestion in the bowels of Orlando International Airport. —Kevin Spear, Orlando Sentinel, 22 Nov. 2024

When symptoms develop, gastritis causes indigestion, abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting, loss of appetite, and unintended weight loss. —Lindsay Curtis, Health, 25 Oct. 2024

It is used for short-term relief of constipation and to reduce symptoms of heartburn, indigestion, and upset stomach.7 Magnesium sulfate: Commonly known as Epsom salt, magnesium sulfate can treat constipation when dissolved in water and consumed. —Devineé Lingo, M.s., Health, 20 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing indigestion

• acid indigestion

Kids Definition

indigestion

noun

in·​di·​ges·​tion ˌin-dī-ˈjes-chən 

-də-

1

: inability to digest or difficulty in digesting something

2

: a case or attack of indigestion marked especially by a burning or uncomfortable feeling in the upper stomach

Medical Definition

indigestion

noun

in·​di·​ges·​tion -jes(h)-chən 

1

: inability to digest or difficulty in digesting food : incomplete or imperfect digestion of food

2

: a case or attack of indigestion marked especially by pain, discomfort, or a burning sensation in the upper abdomen often accompanied by abdominal bloating, nausea, belching, flatulence, or uncomfortable fullness