Indigestible

usgb/ˌɪndɪˈdʒestəbl/
adjective

Hard to digest or causes problems in digestion.

Fried foods are often indigestible and can cause discomfort.
Visual representation of "indigestible" - Hard to digest or causes problems in digestion

Often appears as...

  • indigestible food
  • indigestible matter
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Physical Discomfort

Use 'indigestible' when explaining why certain foods cause stomachaches or digestion problems.

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I avoided the heavy meal; it seemed indigestible.
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Negative Connotation

'Indigestible' often implies that the food is not just heavy, but unpleasant and should be avoided.

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The greasy meal was indigestible and unappealing.
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Metaphorical Usage

Sometimes 'indigestible' describes situations or experiences that are hard to accept or process, not just food.

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The news of the sudden tragedy was indigestible.
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