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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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 become more light-headed and prone to fainting as the core rises closer to 40C.

From BBC • Jul. 29, 2023

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

From Scientific American • Mar. 28, 2023

Max thought about complaining that he felt too light-headed and dizzy to walk, because he hadn’t eaten all day.

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix

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