faintly
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Adv — In a barely noticeable or weak manner.
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Etymology
From Middle English feintli, feintliche, equivalent to faint + -ly.
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What does “faintly” mean?
The word “faintly” means in a barely noticeable or weak manner. In plain terms, weakly or barely — used for sounds, smells, light, or feelings that are hard to detect.
How do you pronounce “faintly”?
“Faintly” is pronounced FAYNT-lee (/ˈfeɪntli/ in IPA).
How do you use “faintly” in a sentence?
Here is “faintly” used in a sentence: “The music played faintly in the background.”
What part of speech is “faintly”?
“Faintly” is an adverb.