flit
3 synonyms and 3 antonyms for flit, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To move quickly and lightly from one place to another.
Synonyms
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. verb
To move quickly and lightly from one place to another.
“A hummingbird flitted between the flowers.”
Opposites
How to use flit
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
flit from flower to flower
flit between rooms
flit in the night
Etymology
From Middle English flitten, borrowed from Old Norse flytja ("to move"), ultimately from a root meaning "to flow" or "run."
Full origin of flit →Frequently asked questions
What does “flit” mean?
The word “flit” means to move quickly and lightly from one place to another. In plain terms, to dart quickly from place to place, or (informally) to move house in a hurry.
How do you pronounce “flit”?
“Flit” is pronounced fliht (/flɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “flit” in a sentence?
Here is “flit” used in a sentence: “A hummingbird flitted between the flowers.”
What part of speech is “flit”?
Depending on how it is used, “flit” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “flit” come from?
The word “flit” comes from Middle English. From Middle English flitten, borrowed from Old Norse flytja ("to move"), ultimately from a root meaning "to flow" or "run.".
How many meanings does “flit” have?
“Flit” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to move quickly and lightly from one place to another.
