Fainty
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfeɪnti/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Fainty is an adjective meaning (now dialectal) feeble; languid; inclined to faint.
Meaning
(now dialectal) feeble; languid; inclined to faint.
Example Sentences
'Tis enough to make you feel fainty.
I'm sick an' fainty wi' this gert turn o' the wheel.
When I was young the sight of blood made me go fainty, but I laugh at it now.
Word Forms
- faintier
- faintiest
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include pale, feeblesome, faintling, faint, faintful, languid.
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