Synonyms for

Fainting

Verb / ˈfeɪntɪŋ / Another word for fainting — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to lose consciousness for a short time because of a lack of oxygen in the brain

Synonyms & similar words

faint passout conk swoon collapsing swooning dropping flop crashing failing succumbing yielding

Example sentences

  1. She felt dizzy and then she fainted.
  2. The heat made him faint.
  3. He was so surprised that he nearly fainted.
  4. The doctor said that if you feel like you're going to faint, you should sit down and put your head between your knees.
  5. The girl fainted when she saw the spider.

Quotes

  • I almost fainted when I saw him.
  • Ah! What delight it is to be with people who are all happy, to press hands, press cheeks, smile into eyes.
  • I was so nervous that I thought I was going to faint.

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