English dictionary
faintness
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a feeling of faintness and of being ready to swoon
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the property of being without strength
ExamplesThe faintness or potency of the feeling.
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barely audible
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the trait of lacking boldness and courage
ExamplesFaintness of heart and infirmity of purpose.
Synonyms faintheartednessAntonyms stoutheartednessSource: WordNet 3.0
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the quality of being dim or lacking contrast
Synonyms dimnessSource: WordNet 3.0
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The state of being faint; loss of strength, or of consciousness, and self-control.
Source: webster1913