Flicker (Noun)
Meaning 1
The act of moving back and forth.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The flames from the candle danced with a soft flicker as the wind blew through the room.
- Her eyelid started to twitch with a rapid flicker as she struggled to stay awake during the meeting.
- The neon sign's flicker cast a gaudy glow over the sidewalk as people walked by.
- As the light reflected off the rippling water, it created a mesmerizing flicker of light and shadow.
- The TV screen's flicker grew more pronounced as the storm outside disrupted the signal.
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Meaning 3
A momentary flash of light.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
Examples
- The candle's flame gave a brief flicker as the wind blew through the room.
- A flicker of lightning illuminated the dark sky during the storm.
- The old television set produced a constant flicker on the screen until it was replaced.
- The fireworks exploded in a brilliant flash, followed by a series of bright flickers.
- As the power lines swayed in the wind, the streetlights gave a soft flicker of light.