Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Fainting.
How to pronounce fainting:
US
Fainting - as a noun
A spontaneous loss of consciousness caused by insufficient blood to the brain
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deliquium21swoon8syncope14Fainting - as an adjective satellite
Deficient in magnitude; barely perceptible; lacking clarity or brightness or loudness etc
Example: "A faint outline"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
weak11Lacking clarity or distinctness
Example: "A dim figure in the distance"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dim6shadowy17vague9wispy13Weak and likely to lose consciousness
Example: "Suddenly felt faint from the pain"
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light9light-headedlightheadedswooning12Indistinctly understood or felt or perceived
Example: "A faint clue to the origin of the mystery"
Lacking conviction or boldness or courage
Example: "Faint heart ne'er won fair lady"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
faint-heartedfainthearted19timid8Example Sentences
"She felt a sudden fainting sensation and collapsed."
"The doctor quickly diagnosed the cause of her fainting spells."
"Some people experience dizziness and fainting upon seeing blood."
"He was taken to the hospital after a fainting episode at work."
"We learned how to recognize the signs of fainting and provide first aid."
Word Game Points
Is FAINTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, fainting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FAINTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is FAINTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, fainting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFAINTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is FAINTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, fainting is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFAINTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.