What does SWOON mean?

Here is the requested information on the word "swoon": Swoon 1. Parts of Speech:

Verb

2. Definitions:
  1. To faint or lose consciousness
  2. To be overwhelmed by a strong emotion, such as love or admiration
3. Pronunciations:
  • US: /swuːn/
  • UK: /swuːn/
4. Origin and Usage:

The word "swoon" originated from the Old English word "swōgan," which means "to groan." It has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the act of fainting or losing consciousness. In modern usage, "swoon" is often used to describe being overwhelmed by a strong emotion, such as love or admiration.

5. Synonyms:
  • Faint
  • Pass out
  • Black out
  • Collapse
6. Related Words:
  • Sworn
  • Swoop
  • Swage
  • Swamp
  • Swept
7. Example Sentences:
  • She felt weak and dizzy and then swooned.
  • He swooned at the sight of her.
  • The audience swooned over the singers performance.


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