faints Meaning & Definition
What Does Faints Mean?
Faints is a noun that means plural of faint. As a verb, it means third-person singular simple present indicative of faint. As a verb, it means 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).
Quick Facts About Faints
| Part of speech | noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | black out, keel over and pass out |
| Plural | only |
Faints Definition (Noun)
- plural of faint
Noun
- Alternative form of feints (“product of distillation”)
Faints as a Verb
- third-person singular simple present indicative of faint
Noun
- The act of fainting, syncope.
She suffered another faint.
- The state of one who has fainted; a swoon.
Verb
- 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).
- To sink into dejection; to lose courage or spirit; to become depressed or despondent.
- To decay; to disappear; to vanish.
Synonyms of Faints
Faints synonyms and antonyms →Faints in a Sentence
She suffered another faint.
Word Forms & Grammar
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faints pl (plural only)
Words That Rhyme With Faints
Common Questions About Faints
Is faints a noun or a verb?
Faints is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.
What is another word for faints?
You can replace faints with words such as black out, keel over and pass out. See the full list of faints synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of faints?
The plural of faints is only.