Vertiginous

usgb/vɜːrˈtɪdʒɪnəs/
adjective

Causing a feeling of being dizzy or feeling like because of being very high or steep.

From the vertiginous edge of the cliff, we looked down at the waves crashing against the rocks.
Visual representation of "vertiginous" - Causing a feeling of being dizzy or feeling like because of being very high or steep

Often appears as...

  • vertiginous heights
  • vertiginous speed

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Physical Sensation

Used to describe real feelings of dizziness due to high or steep places.

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The bridge's vertiginous height made me feel lightheaded.
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Fear of Heights

Often relates to acrophobia, the fear of heights, in physical spaces.

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She felt vertiginous looking over the balcony on the top floor.
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Visual Impact

Describes views that may overwhelm the viewer visually and spatially.

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The city's vertiginous skyscrapers are a sight to behold.
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