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fainting
[/ˈfeɪntɪŋ/]
noun/verb (gerund/present participle)
desmaio
1.
A sudden loss of consciousness; syncope
She experienced a fainting spell during the hot summer day.
Ela teve um desmaio durante o quente dia de verão.
2.
The act of losing consciousness temporarily
Fainting can be caused by low blood pressure or dehydration.
O desmaio pode ser causado por pressão arterial baixa ou desidratação.
3.
Becoming weak or faint; losing courage or strength
His fainting heart made him hesitate before speaking.
Seu coração fraco o fez hesitar antes de falar.
NYC Slang
passing out
Synonyms
syncope
swooning
blackout
unconsciousness
collapse
Antonyms
consciousness
awareness
alertness
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
desmaio
Most common term used in everyday speech
São Paulo
desmaio
Standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
desmaio
Standard usage
Portugal
desmaio
Standard European Portuguese term
Related Idioms & Phrases
on the verge of fainting
fainting spell
fainting fit
about to faint
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