faintest

noun

The act of fainting, syncope.

(rare) The state of one who has fainted; a swoon.

verb

(intransitive) 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).

(intransitive) To lose courage or spirit; to become depressed or despondent.

(intransitive) To decay; to disappear; to vanish.

adjective

(of a being) Lacking strength; weak; languid; inclined to lose consciousness

Barely perceptible; not bright, or loud, or sharp.

Performed, done, or acted, weakly; not exhibiting vigor, strength, or energy.

Lacking courage, spirit, or energy; cowardly; dejected.

Slight; minimal.

(archaic) Sickly, so as to make a person feel faint.

Roots

fingerefaint- · Latin · shape, feign

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