vertigo
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈvɜːrtɪɡoʊ/
Definition
A sensation of spinning or whirling that causes a loss of balance, often triggered by looking down from a high place.
Examples
The pilot experienced severe vertigo while performing complex maneuvers in the clouds.
She had to abandon her climb because her vertigo made it impossible to stand on the narrow ledge.
Medication can sometimes help manage the symptoms of vertigo for those prone to chronic dizziness.
Synonyms of vertigo
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