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Meaning of faintly
The primary meaning of "faintly" is to a small or moderate degree.
Etymology of faintly
The word "faintly" originates from the Old French word "faible," meaning weak, and the suffix "-ly," which forms an adverb
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe something that is done or experienced to a small or moderate degree
Synonyms
vaguely
dimly
indistinctly
faint
slightly
barely
scarcely
hardly
softly
quietly
mildly
weakly
feebly
sluggishly
lethargically
lazily
slowly
gradually
imperceptibly
inconspicuously
unobtrusively
subtly
delicately
lightly
gently
quietly
restrainedly
limitedly
moderately
temperately
calmly
serenely
peacefully
silently
noiselessly
soundlessly
mutely
inaudibly
whisperingly
murmuringly
mumblingly
Definitions
- To a small or moderate degree
- * In a faint or barely perceptible manner
- * With little strength or intensity
Usage Examples
- The smell of perfume lingered faintly in the air
- * She remembered the event faintly, as if it had happened in a dream
- * The music played faintly in the background, creating a soothing atmosphere
Antonyms
strongly
loudly
clearly
distinctly
obviously
sharply
intensely
severely
extremely
powerfully
forcefully
vigorously
energetically
dynamically
actively
boldly
brightly
vividly
noticeably
conspicuously
prominently
markedly
significantly
substantially
considerably
remarkably
extraordinarily