faintly

/ˈfeɪntli/
adverb
  1. In a way that is weak, slight, or not strong; barely perceptible.
    • The stars were faintly visible through the city lights.
    • The sound of the music was faintly heard from the other room.
    • She smiled faintly, not wanting to show too much emotion.
  2. In a way that is not clear or distinct; vaguely.
    • The outline of the mountain was faintly visible in the fog.
    • I faintly remember visiting that park when I was a child.
    • He could faintly recall the melody from years ago.
  3. To a very small degree; slightly.
    • She was faintly annoyed by his constant questions.
    • The coffee tasted faintly of cinnamon.
    • The room smelled faintly of old books and dust.