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flicker

|flick-er|

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/ˈflɪkər/

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/ˈflɪkə/

unsteady light or movement

Etymology
Etymology Information

'flicker' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'flikeren,' where 'flik-' meant 'to flutter or move quickly.'

Historical Evolution

'flikeren' transformed into the modern English word 'flicker' through gradual phonetic changes.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to flutter or move quickly,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'shine unsteadily or move slightly.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a brief or slight movement or sensation.

There was a flicker of doubt in her eyes.

Synonyms

glimpseflashhint

Antonyms

certaintyassurance

Verb 1

to shine unsteadily; to twinkle or flutter.

The candle flickered in the wind.

Synonyms

glimmertwinkleflutter

Antonyms

steadyconstant

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Idioms

flicker of hope

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39