breathless
7 synonyms and 1 antonym for breathless, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Unable to breathe easily, especially from exertion.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use breathless
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
breathless anticipation
left breathless
Etymology
From breath + the suffix -less ("without").
Full origin of breathless →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.
