flicker
Translation
to flicker, to flutter, to glimmer
Examples
The candle flame flickered in the wind.
The candle flame flickered in the wind.
A smile flickered across her face.
A smile flickered across her face.
The old television screen began to flicker.
The old television screen began to flicker.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to flicker The candle flame flickered in the wind.
((sth.)) to flicker across ((sb.'s face)) A smile flickered across her face.
Similar Words
Synonyms: glimmer, shimmer, twinkle, flutter
Etymology
From Old English 'flicorian', meaning 'to flutter'. Related to Dutch 'flikkeren'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'flick' of a light switch, causing a quick on-and-off light, a 'flicker'.