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dyspepsia

noun

  1. indigestion
  2. ill humor : disgruntlement
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Pronunciation: /dɪsˈpɛp.si.ə/

noun

Etymology: From dys- + Ancient Greek πέψις (pépsis, “digestion”) + -ia.

  1. Any mild disorder of digestion characterised by stomach pain, discomfort, heartburn, and nausea, often following a meal.

    He divides dyspepsias into accidental, temporary (indigestions) and habitual.

    It is not my strength of mind (exert it as I may) that will prevent me from experiencing dyspepsia, if such follies as these are exhibited before me.

  2. Irritation or disgruntlement.
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