flicker
/ˈflɪkə/ · /ˈflɪkər/
CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #6272 in the learning path
闪烁；摇曳
Definitions
v. to shine unsteadily, becoming brighter and dimmer repeatedly
闪烁；摇曳
n. a brief or unsteady movement of light
闪光；摇曳的光
n. a slight feeling or expression that appears briefly
一丝；短暂的情感流露
Example
The candle flickered when she opened the kitchen door.
她打开厨房门时，烛光摇曳起来。
When streetlights flicker or fail, pedestrians may feel less secure in urban public spaces.
路灯闪烁不定或熄灭时，行人可能会觉得城市公共空间不够安全。
Collocations
- flickering light
- a flicker of hope
- a flicker of recognition
Word family
- flickering (adj.)
Usage tip
a flicker of 可接 hope 等，表示一丝短暂情感。
FAQ
- What does flicker mean?
- to shine unsteadily, becoming brighter and dimmer repeatedly a brief or unsteady movement of light a slight feeling or expression that appears briefly
- How is flicker pronounced?
- UK /ˈflɪkə/, US /ˈflɪkər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
