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Added 30 September 2026

vertiginous

/vɜː(ɹ)ˈtɪd͡ʒɪnəs/ adjective

Latin root: vertīginōsus Wiktionary

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Having an aspect of great depth, drawing the eye to look downwards.
Pertaining to vertigo (in all its meanings). Inducing a feeling of giddiness, vertigo, dizziness or of whirling.
Inducing a feeling of giddiness, vertigo, dizziness or of whirling.

Origin

From Middle French vertigineux, from Latin vertīginōsus.

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