faint

• Descreve algo fraco, quase imperceptível; também pode se referir a um desmaio ou à perda temporária de consciência.

Describes something that is weak, slight, or barely perceptible; can also refer to a temporary loss of consciousness.

1. Lacking strength or clarityB1formal

   Very weak, slight, or not clearly perceived.

   Fraco

   • There was a faint smell of smoke in the room.
   • She heard a faint whisper from the other side of the door.
   • The writing on the old parchment was faint and hard to read.

   Sinônimosdimfeebleindistinctlowmutedslightsoftsubduedvagueweak

   Antônimoscleardistinctintenseloudperceptiblestrongvigorousvivid

2. Feeling dizzy or weakB1formal

   Feeling as if one is about to lose consciousness.

   Prestes a desmaiar

   • He felt faint after standing in the sun for hours.
   • She was faint with hunger after skipping breakfast.
   • The heat made him feel faint and dizzy.

   Sinônimosdizzygiddylight-headedunsteadyweakwoozy

   Antônimosenergeticrobuststrongvigorous

3. Lacking courage or enthusiasmB2formal

   Showing a lack of determination or energy.

   Sem energia

   • He made a faint attempt to apologize.
   • Her faint smile suggested she was not fully convinced.
   • They offered only faint praise for the performance.

   Sinônimoscowardlyfaint-heartedfeeblehalf-heartedirresolutelukewarmspiritlesstimidweak

   Antônimoscourageousdeterminedenergeticenthusiasticresolutespirited

• Substantivo que designa uma perda temporária de consciência, geralmente causada por falta de oxigênio ou de fluxo sanguíneo para o cérebro.

A noun referring to a temporary loss of consciousness, often caused by a lack of oxygen or blood flow to the brain.

1. B1formal

   A sudden, temporary loss of consciousness caused by a lack of blood flow to the brain.

   Desmaio

   • She had a faint due to the heat and dehydration.
   • He suffered a faint after standing up too quickly.
   • The doctor said the faint was caused by low blood pressure.

   Sinônimosblackoutcollapseswoonsyncope

   Antônimosconsciousnesswakefulness

• Verbo usado para indicar a perda temporária de consciência por falta de oxigênio no cérebro, frequentemente causada por choque, exaustão ou estresse emocional.

A verb used to indicate the act of losing consciousness temporarily due to a lack of oxygen to the brain, often caused by shock, exhaustion, or emotional distress.

1. Lose consciousnessB1formal

   To suddenly become unconscious for a short time, usually due to lack of oxygen, shock, or illness.

   Perder a consciência

   • She fainted from the heat during the parade.
   • He felt dizzy and then fainted in the hallway.
   • The patient fainted after seeing the needle.

   Sinônimosblack outcollapsekeel overpass outswoon

   Antônimoscome torevive