fainting
Definitions
A temporary loss of consciousness caused by a sudden reduction in blood flow to the brain.
The act of becoming weak, dizzy, or physically overcome by intense emotion.
Examples
The intense heat in the crowded room caused several people to come close to fainting.
She felt a sudden wave of dizziness and had to sit down to prevent herself from fainting.
Synonyms
blacking out passing out swooning collapsing losing consciousness deliquium