lightheaded
|light-head-ed|
B2
/ˈlaɪtˌhɛdɪd/
dizzy sensation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'lightheaded' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'lyghtheued,' where 'lyght' meant 'light' and 'heued' meant 'head.'
Historical Evolution
'lyghtheued' transformed into the modern English word 'lightheaded' through gradual phonetic changes.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'having a light or empty head,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'feeling dizzy or faint.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
feeling dizzy or faint, often due to a lack of oxygen or low blood pressure.
After standing up too quickly, she felt lightheaded.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35