Synonyms

light-headed

British

adjective

frivolous in disposition or behaviour
giddy; feeling faint or slightly delirious

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Other Word Forms

light-headedly adverb
light-headedness noun

Example Sentences

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The most painful, the one that left fans feeling light-headed, jelly-legged and nauseous - look no further than this.

From BBC • Nov. 8, 2025

It’s also dangerous to perform the Wim Hof method near water because it can make you feel light-headed or faint.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2024

"She was suffering swelling in her gums and could not eat well and is feeling light-headed along with vomiting," said the source, who declined to be identified due to fear of arrest.

From Reuters • Sep. 5, 2023

We might feel dizzy and light-headed, get a head rush and also feel elated or giggly.

From Scientific American • Mar. 28, 2023

The effort made me weak, and I felt myself grow light-headed.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein

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