# indigestion

/ˌɪndaɪˈdʒɛstʃən/ (US) · /ˌɪndɪdʒˈɛstʃən/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/indigestion
Updated: 2026-05-20

## Definition

a feeling of discomfort in your stomach after you eat. It often makes you feel bloated or like you have a heavy, tight feeling.

For teachers: a condition characterized by a sensation of fullness, bloating, or discomfort in the upper abdomen following a meal.

## Examples

- I have a bit of indigestion after eating that large pizza.
- He took an antacid to help with the indigestion caused by the spicy curry.
- While occasional indigestion is common and usually harmless, persistent symptoms may indicate a more serious underlying condition such as acid reflux or gastritis.

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