Faintness Definition & Meaning

faintness
noun
  1. a feeling of faintness and of being ready to swoon
  2. the property of being without strength; "the faintness or potency of the feeling"
  3. barely audible
  4. the trait of lacking boldness and courage; "faintness of heart and infirmity of purpose"
  5. the quality of being dim or lacking contrast

"Faintness" in song lyrics

See how faintness is used in real songs:

  • "morning dizziness faintness"
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Usage tips for "faintness"

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