faintness
Translation
faintness, dizziness, weakness
Examples
The faintness was caused by the heat.
The faintness was caused by the heat.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) the state of being faint The faintness was caused by the heat.
Similar Words
Synonyms: dizziness, weakness, light-headedness; Antonyms: strength, clarity, consciousness
Etymology
From the adjective 'faint' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ness', which indicates a state or quality.
Memory Tips
The suffix '-ness' turns an adjective into a noun. 'Faintness' is the state of being 'faint'.