Lightheaded: meaning, definitions and examples
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lightheaded
[ ˌlaɪtˈhɛdɪd ]
feeling
Having a sensation of dizziness or feeling faint, often as a result of not enough oxygen reaching the brain.
Synonyms
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.
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.