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Meaning of breathless
The primary meaning of the word "breathless" is being out of breath or having difficulty breathing, often due to exertion, shock, or strong emotions.
Etymology of breathless
The word "breathless" has its roots in Old English "bræth" meaning breath and the suffix "-less" indicating a lack or absence of something, with the word's modern usage emerging in the 16th century to describe both physical and emotional states of being out of breath.
Synonyms
out of breath
winded
panting
gasping
breathlessly
exhausted
fatigued
spent
tired
weary
weakened
enfeebled
drained
depleted
short of breath
suffocated
asphyxiated
choked
smothered
stunned
shocked
amazed
astonished
awestruck
stunned
speechless
dumbfounded
flabbergasted
overwhelmed
overpowered
overwhelmed
staggered
dazed
disoriented
bewildered
perplexed
astounded
Definitions
- Feeling or showing a lack of breath, typically because of exertion or excitement
- * Extremely exciting or impressive, leaving someone almost unable to breathe or speak
Usage Examples
- The crowd was left breathless by the fireworks display
- * After running up the stairs, she was breathless and had to sit down
- * The news of the accident left him breathless and disbelieving
Antonyms
* calm
serene
peaceful
tranquil
composed
relaxed
rested
refreshed
invigorated
energized
vitalized
revitalized
restored
renewed
untroubled
unwearied
untired
unstressed
unexhausted
composed
collected