Faintly

/ˈfeɪntli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a way that is slight or not clearly perceptible.

She could faintly hear the music playing in the distance.

Weakly or barely.

The smell of flowers was faintly noticeable in the air.

In a manner that suggests a lack of strength or intensity.

He smiled faintly, unable to muster much enthusiasm.

Barely or slightly.

The image on the screen faded faintly as the projector lost power.

From Middle English 'faintly', meaning 'feebly', from the word 'faint'.

faintly reminiscent

Having a slight similarity to something.

faintly aware

Having a weak sense of awareness.

faint

not strong, clear, or loud.

dim

not bright or clear.

Slightly

I'm faintly interested in that new show.

Barely noticeable

There was a faintly visible mark on the wall.