7 Synonyms and examples for "ill" • sick He was sick last week. • unwell (formal) Ive felt a little unwell all week. • poorly (UK informal) Im afraid shes rather poorly and is not accepting visits. • ailing He took care of his ailing mother. • sickly She was a sickly child. • under the weather (informal) I dont think Ill be coming to the party - Im feeling a bit under the weather. • below/under par Ive been feeling under par since winter. @chustmaster 253 views02:47