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faintest

The correct spelling is faintest.

How to pronounce faintest

/ˈfeɪntəst/
adjective

IPA: /ˈfeɪntəst/

Say it like: Fay-nte-st

The correct spelling is faintest. (of a being) Lacking strength; weak; languid; inclined to lose consciousness For example: "I felt faint after my fifth gin and tonic."

Usage Examples

I felt faint after my fifth gin and tonic.

There was a faint red light in the distance.

faint efforts

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.(of a being) Lacking strength; weak; languid; inclined to lose consciousness
  2. 2.Lacking courage, spirit, or energy; cowardly; dejected
  3. 3.Barely perceptible; not bright, or loud, or sharp
  4. 4.Performed, done, or acted, weakly; not exhibiting vigor, strength, or energy
  5. 5.Slight; minimal.

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