Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

faint

verb & adjective
/feɪnt/
Definition
To lose consciousness for a short time due to a lack of blood flow to the brain.
Examples
  • She felt faint after standing up too quickly.
  • The faint sound of music could be heard in the distance.
  • He gave a faint smile, hardly noticeable.
Meaning
Faint can refer to a temporary loss of consciousness or a weak presence of something.
Synonyms
  • weak
  • dim
  • fainthearted
  • feeble
  • slight