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breathless

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Adj — Unable to breathe easily, especially from exertion.

How to use breathless

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breathless anticipation left breathless

Etymology

From breath + the suffix -less ("without").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “breathless” mean?

The word “breathless” means unable to breathe easily, especially from exertion. In plain terms, out of breath from effort, or figuratively caught up in excitement, or (less commonly) describing perfectly still air.

How do you pronounce “breathless”?

“Breathless” is pronounced BREHTH-luhs (/ˈbɹɛθləs/ in IPA).

How do you use “breathless” in a sentence?

Here is “breathless” used in a sentence: “She was breathless after sprinting up the stairs.”

What part of speech is “breathless”?

“Breathless” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “breathless” have?

“Breathless” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: unable to breathe easily, especially from exertion.

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