fainted

[ˈfeɪntɪd]

fainted Definition

to lose consciousness for a short time because of a temporarily insufficient supply of oxygen to the brain.

Using fainted: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fainted" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She fainted when she heard the news.

• Example

  He fainted from hunger.

• Example

  The heat made her feel faint and she nearly fainted.

fainted Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for fainted

• collapse
• swoon
• pass out
• black out

Phrases with fainted

• faint of heart

  someone who is not brave or strong enough to do something

  Example

  This job is not for the faint of heart.

• faint hope

  a very small chance that something will happen

  Example

  There is only a faint hope that he will recover.

• faint praise

  praise that is not enthusiastic or sincere

  Example

  His work received only faint praise from the critics.

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Summary: fainted in Brief

'Fainted' [ˈfeɪntɪd] means to lose consciousness for a short time due to lack of oxygen to the brain. It can be caused by various factors such as hunger, heat, or emotional shock. The phrase 'faint of heart' refers to someone who is not brave enough, while 'faint hope' denotes a very small chance of something happening. 'Faint praise' is used to describe insincere or unenthusiastic praise.