Lightheaded: meaning, definitions and examples

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lightheaded

 

[ ˌlaɪtˈhɛdɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

feeling

Having a sensation of dizziness or feeling faint, often as a result of not enough oxygen reaching the brain.

Synonyms

dizzy, faint, giddy, woozy

Examples of usage

  • I stood up too quickly and felt lightheaded.
  • After the intense workout, she felt lightheaded and had to sit down.
  • The heat made him lightheaded and disoriented.
  • She became lightheaded due to dehydration.
  • The medication can cause lightheadedness as a side effect.
Context #2 | Adjective

behavior

Showing a lack of seriousness or thoughtfulness, often in a playful or careless manner.

Synonyms

carefree, flippant, frivolous, playful

Examples of usage

  • He made a lightheaded comment during the meeting.
  • The lightheaded decision led to unexpected consequences.
  • His lightheaded attitude sometimes gets him into trouble.
  • She couldn't help but laugh at his lightheaded behavior.
  • The comedian's lightheaded jokes were well-received by the audience.

Translations

Translations of the word "lightheaded" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tonto

🇮🇳 हल्का सिरदर्द

🇩🇪 schwindlig

🇮🇩 pusing

🇺🇦 запаморочення

🇵🇱 zawroty głowy

🇯🇵 めまい

🇫🇷 étourdi

🇪🇸 mareado

🇹🇷 baş dönmesi

🇰🇷 어지러운

🇸🇦 دوار

🇨🇿 závrať

🇸🇰 závratný

🇨🇳 头晕

🇸🇮 omotičen

🇮🇸 svima

🇰🇿 бас айналу

🇬🇪 თავბრუსხვევა

🇦🇿 başgicəllənmə

🇲🇽 mareado

Word origin

The word 'lightheaded' originated in the mid-16th century, combining 'light' (in the sense of 'not heavy') and 'headed'. It initially referred to physical sensations of dizziness or faintness. Over time, the term evolved to also describe a lack of seriousness or thoughtfulness in behavior. Today, 'lightheaded' is commonly used in both contexts, highlighting either a physical sensation or a playful attitude.

See also: enlighten, highlight, light, lighten, lightened, lightening, lighter, lightheadedness, lighthearted, lightheartedly, lightheartedness, lighting, lightly, lightness, lightweight, relight.