faint

/fˈe‍ɪnt/

/ˈfeɪnt/

[verb] [noun] [adjective]

to faint

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to suddenly lose consciousness from a lack of oxygen in the brain, which is caused by a shock, etc.

synonyms : conk

pass out

swoon

Faint

[NOUN]

a sudden loss of consciousness due to reduced blood flow or insufficient oxygen or nutrients getting to the brain

synonyms : deliquium

swoon

syncope

faint

[ADJECTIVE]

not clear and difficult to see, hear, smell, etc.

synonyms : dim

shadowy

vague

wispy

deficient in magnitude; barely perceptible; lacking clarity or brightness or loudness etc

synonyms : weak

lacking strength or vigor

synonyms : feeble

feeble, dizzy, and likely to become unconscious

synonyms : light

light-headed

lightheaded

swooning

lacking conviction or boldness or courage

synonyms : faint-hearted

fainthearted

timid

indistinctly understood or felt or perceived

entice through the use of music

Examples

1. A faint sound came from the distance.

2. She fainted and hit her head on the metal bedstead.

3. I haven’t the faintest idea what you mean.

4. Her coach reminded her that faint heart never won fair lady, and encouraged her to push her limits.

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