Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tontura

noun

[ton-‘tu-ra]

Definition

a sensation of dizziness or lightheadedness.

Examples

After standing up too quickly, she felt a wave of tontura.
The doctor explained that tontura can result from a sudden drop in blood pressure.
He sat down to avoid falling over due to his tontura.

Meaning

Tontura refers to a feeling of being unsteady, faint, or dizzy, often experienced as a spinning sensation or a loss of balance and can be caused by various factors including inner ear issues, dehydration, or medical conditions.