Definition of SWOON

Other Words from swoon

Verb

swooner noun

swooningly \ ˈswü-niŋ-lē

\ adverb

Noun

swoony \ ˈswü-nē

\ adjective

Examples of swoon in a Sentence

Verb

She almost swooned from fright. whenever the young woman swooned, she always seemed to manage falling into the arms of a good-looking man

Noun

she wandered about in a swoon for several days after receiving the tragic news fell into a swoon at the sight of the handsome movie star

Recent Examples on the Web: Verb

Archy Marshall’s swooning vocals flicker in and out like a candle’s flame in this intimate ballad. — Nicole Demarco, Harper's BAZAAR, "28 Songs That Probably Aren't on Your Sex Playlist (But Should Be)," 8 Oct. 2018 Getty Images Earlier this week, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle arrived in London for the Nelson Mandela Centenary Exhibition in London, and the world collectively swooned over the Duchess of Sussex’s latest wardrobe choice. — Lucy Wood, Marie Claire, "Designer House of Nonie Talks the Meghan Markle Effect After the Duchess Wore Her Pink Trench Dress," 19 July 2018 The track begins bare, carried by a subtle bassline and pulsing kick drums as the vocalist swoons serenely. — Wandera Hussein, Billboard, "Kasbo's Single 'Your Tempo' Is a Dreamy Breath of Fresh Air," 13 Feb. 2018 While royal watchers were swooning over this morning's slew of Christmas cards, Prince William was busy attending to his official duties. — Chloe Foussianes, Town & Country, "Read the Speech Prince William Delivered at the Sovereign's Parade," 14 Dec. 2018 Sure, Americans cooled on station wagons, but sales also swooned because companies stopped making them. — Kyle Stock, The Seattle Times, "Richer Americans are skipping SUVs for station wagons," 7 Jan. 2019 Its members don't go on stage with instruments like the aforementioned bands and couldn't care less if boys swoon over them. — Devon Abelman, Allure, "Dreamcatcher Is the Goth-Inspired Girl Group Shaking Up the K-Pop World," 11 Sep. 2018 The market has swooned whenever trade tensions have flared and bounced back whenever a resolution appeared in sight. — Aaron Back, WSJ, "The Surprising Beneficiaries of a Trade Feud," 13 Dec. 2018 The legend that is Robert Redford had guests swooning at last night’s New York City premiere of his rumored last film ever, The Old Man & the Gun. — Lauren Sanchez, Vogue, "Robert Redford Thanks Blake Lively and Charms Guests at Last Night’s Premiere for The Old Man & the Gun," 21 Sep. 2018

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

The singer showed up to the 2019 Oscars in a swoon-worthy pink tulle gown by Giambattista Valli Couture, landing herself as one of the most unexpected red carpet winners of the night. — Lauren Alexis Fisher, Harper's BAZAAR, "Kacey Musgraves Is a Cotton Candy Dream at the Oscars," 25 Feb. 2019 Microsoft, now the world’s largest public company following Apple’s recent swoon and a pullback in Amazon shares, will report results after the market closes Wednesday, a few hours after the Fed releases its latest policy statement. — Amrith Ramkumar, WSJ, "Overlap of Tech Earnings, Trade Talks, Fed Meeting Will Test Stocks," 27 Jan. 2019 Luckily, this year, swoon-worthy showpieces abound in the form of small treasures: Gucci’s cultish decorative candles, a limited-edition Alaïa perfume in a supersize bottle, and, oh, so much more. — Zoe Ruffner, Vogue, "11 Hit Beauty Gifts for the Friend Who Has Everything," 28 Nov. 2018 The explanation is much deeper than swoon-worthy looks or tight dance moves, but instead, their music connecting fans (known as the ARMY) from all over the world and the member's devotion to their craft. — Jeff Benjamin, Teen Vogue, "BTS's Movie "Burn the Stage" Shows the Group's Unwavering Dedication to Their Music," 20 Nov. 2018 Got stately sunflowers or swoon-worthy roses growing tall in your yard? — Colin Diltz, The Seattle Times, "Reader’s Lens | The street becomes a coloring book at Chalk Fest," 21 Aug. 2018 This song was the awakening of your emo soul – and Gerard Way in that red eyeshadow? *swoon* 2. — Kelsey Stiegman, Seventeen, "20 Emo Songs You Were Obsessed With In 2007," 23 Oct. 2017 Meanwhile, Henné’s swoon-worthy Rose Diamonds polish, containing organic crystals and essential oil of the storied bloom, is sure to leave you (and your special someone) nothing short of smitten. — Mario Testino, Vogue, "Pucker Up! 10 Lip Scrubs for a Smooth Pout This Valentine’s Day," 14 Feb. 2019 Trying to make your significant other, mom, sister, or BFF swoon this Valentine’s Day? — Madeline Fass, Vogue, "Make It Personal: 14 Custom Jewelry Gifts for Valentine’s Day," 1 Feb. 2019

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