flirtation
5 synonyms for flirtation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Playful, teasing behavior meant to show romantic interest.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use flirtation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
brief flirtation
flirtation with disaster
Etymology
From flirt + the noun-forming suffix -ation.
Full origin of flirtation →Frequently asked questions
What does “flirtation” mean?
The word “flirtation” means playful, teasing behavior meant to show romantic interest. In plain terms, the act of flirting, or a short-lived dabbling in some idea or hobby.
How do you pronounce “flirtation”?
“Flirtation” is pronounced fluh-TAYSHN (/flɚˈteɪʃn̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “flirtation” in a sentence?
Here is “flirtation” used in a sentence: “Their flirtation was obvious to everyone at the party except them.”
What part of speech is “flirtation”?
“Flirtation” is a noun.
How many meanings does “flirtation” have?
“Flirtation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: playful, teasing behavior meant to show romantic interest.
Related words
flirt
roving eye
