Plotz is a Yiddish word that means to collapse or FAINT. It is often used in the phrase 'to plotz from laughter, ' which means to laugh so hard that one collapses. In crossword puzzles, the two most common solutions for the term Plotz are FAINT (5 letters) and SWOON (5 letters). FAINT is defined as a sudden loss of consciousness, while SWOON is defined as a state of extreme weakness or delight. Both words can be used to describe the same physical reaction, but they also have different connotations. FAINT implies a more serious reaction, while SWOON implies a more romantic reaction.