flirting
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for flirting, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Playful, teasing behaviour that signals romantic or sexual 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.
coquetry
dallying
How to use flirting
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
light flirting
harmless flirting
accused of flirting
Frequently asked questions
Is flirting always intentional?
Not always - some people flirt as an ingrained social habit without meaning to signal genuine romantic interest, which is why flirting can sometimes create mixed signals. Context and the existing relationship between the people involved usually help clarify the intent.