fainting
The word “fainting” has 2 syllables: faint-ing.
It's pronounced as /ˈfeɪntɪŋ/.
What is synonym and antonym for fainting?
In the thesaurus, “fainting” has 10 synonyms and 5 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for fainting along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for fainting
- bewildering
- collapse
- collapsing
- coma
- dizzy
- passing out
- rapid
- slumber
- swooning
- trance
Antonyms for fainting
- coming around
- coming to
- consciousness
- reviving
- wakefulness
Meanings of fainting
- verb
- To lose consciousness through a lack of oxygen or nutrients to the brain, usually as a result of suddenly reduced blood flow (may be caused by emotional trauma, loss of blood or various medical conditions).
- To sink into dejection; to lose courage or spirit; to become depressed or despondent.
- To decay; to disappear; to vanish.
- noun
- An act of collapsing into a state of temporary unconsciousness.
Example Sentences
- She felt lightheaded and fainting during the intense heat of the summer day.
- Fainting spells can be a sign of various underlying health conditions and should not be ignored.
- The sight of blood often triggers fainting in some individuals.
- After experiencing a fainting episode, he decided to visit his doctor to investigate the cause.
- The nurse assisted the patient who was fainting and helped them to a nearby chair for recovery.
On this page you'll find 15 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to fainting, such as: bewildering, collapse, collapsing, coma, coming around, coming to, consciousness.
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