Faintest
/ˈfeɪntɪst/noun
The weakest or most indistinct; barely perceptible.
Did you know?In medieval times, the concept of 'faint' was often associated with the idea of being overwhelmed by spirits or emotions, suggesting a link to the supernatural.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
faintare
“To weaken or to grow faint.”
Old French
Old French
feindre
“To feign or pretend, relating to the act of losing strength.”
Middle English
Middle English
faint
“To be weak or to lose consciousness.”
Modern English
English
faintest
“The superlative form describing the lowest degree of strength or clarity.”