Definition

The condition of having difficulty breathing or feeling like you cannot get enough air.

Example

After running up the hill, I experienced breathlessness and needed to sit down for a moment.

Conversation

I felt a bit of breathlessness after that run yesterday.

Yeah, I noticed you were pacing yourself more than usual.

I think I need to build my stamina to avoid that breathlessness next time.

Definitely! Maybe we can do some interval training together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Breathlessness → It is formed from "breath" (from Old English "bræð", meaning the act of breathing) and "-lessness" (meaning without). The word "breathlessness" means the state of being without breath or the inability to breathe easily.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'breath' which refers to the act of breathing, and '-lessness' indicates a lack of something. This helps you remember that breathlessness means a lack of breath.

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