light-headed

• Décrit une sensation de vertige ou de quasi-évanouissement, souvent due au manque de nourriture, à la maladie ou à l'émotion ; peut aussi signifier étourdi ou peu lucide.

Describes a feeling of dizziness or being slightly faint, often due to lack of food, illness, or excitement.

1. Dizzy or faintB2formal

   Feeling weak, unsteady, or as if you might lose consciousness.

   Avoir la tête qui tourne / être pris de vertige

   • She felt light-headed after standing up too quickly.
   • The heat made him light-headed during the hike.
   • If you feel light-headed, sit down and drink some water.

   Synonymesdizzyfaintgiddyunsteadyvertiginouswoozy

2. Frivolous or sillyC1formal

   Lacking seriousness; given to frivolity or acting in a silly manner.

   Frivole ou insensé

   • His light-headed remarks were not appropriate for the serious meeting.
   • She was in a light-headed mood, joking about everything.
   • The conversation turned light-headed as they discussed trivial matters.

   Synonymesempty-headedfeatherbrainedflightyfoolishfrivolousgiddyinanesillythoughtless