What is another word for losing consciousness?
Pronunciation: [lˈuːzɪŋ kˈɒnʃəsnəs] (IPA) 
There are a variety of synonyms for the term "losing consciousness." Some commonly used substitutes include fainting, passing out, blacking out, collapsing, and unconsciousness. Fainting refers to a brief loss of consciousness due to a lack of blood flow to the brain, often caused by a sudden drop in blood pressure or emotional stress. Passing out, blacking out, and collapsing all describe a sudden loss of consciousness, but can also be used to describe a variety of related conditions, including seizures, shock, or extreme exhaustion. Unconsciousness, meanwhile, refers to a state of total unawareness and lack of consciousness, typically caused by trauma or a medical emergency.
