Definitions of faintness
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the quality of being dim or lacking contrast
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synonyms:
dimness
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type of:
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blurriness, fogginess, fuzziness, indistinctness, softness
the quality of being indistinct and without sharp outlines
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blurriness, fogginess, fuzziness, indistinctness, softness
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barely audible
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softness
a sound property that is free from loudness or stridency
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softness
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the property of being without strength“the faintness or potency of the feeling”
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weakness
the property of lacking physical or mental strength; liability to failure under pressure or stress or strain
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weakness
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a feeling of faintness and of being ready to swoon
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type of:
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feeling
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
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feeling
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the trait of lacking boldness and courage“faintness of heart and infirmity of purpose”
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synonyms:
faintheartedness
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Antonyms:
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stoutheartedness
the trait of having a courageous spirit
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type of:
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timidity, timorousness
fearfulness in venturing into new and unknown places or activities
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stoutheartedness
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