CEFR B2

flicker

verb

Meaning

Shine unsteadily with a wavering light or burn in an uneven way.

Examples

The old neon sign continued to flicker in the rain.
Her eyes began to flicker as she fought to stay awake.

Synonyms: blink, waver, glimmer, flutter, scintillate

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flicker (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈflɪkər/

Definition

Shine unsteadily with a wavering light or burn in an uneven way.

Examples

The old neon sign continued to flicker in the rain.
Her eyes began to flicker as she fought to stay awake.
The dying embers flickered briefly before turning to grey ash.

How to Use flicker

flicker across (prepositional phrase): To move quickly and briefly over a surface or face. — "A look of confusion flickered across his face."
flicker with (prepositional phrase): To show a brief emotion or quality. — "Her eyes flickered with sudden anger."

Synonyms of flicker

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