Flicker ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Flicker ( verb )

1. To shine unsteadily or with a rapid change of light and shadow.
2. To move back and forth quickly and irregularly.
3. To show a sign of life or emotion briefly.

Origin:

Middle english flikkeren, from old english flicorian, from flēocere flicker, from flēon to flee.

Examples:

1. The candle flickered in the wind.
2. The fire flickered in the fireplace.
3. Her eyes flickered with amusement.
4. The lights flickered before going out.
5. His hopes flickered and died.

(As a noun)

Flicker ( noun )

1. To shine unsteadily or with a rapid change of light and shadow.
2. To move back and forth quickly and irregularly.
3. To show a sign of life or emotion briefly.

Origin:

Middle english flikkeren, from old english flicorian, from flēocere flicker, from flēon to flee.

Examples:

1. The candle flickered in the wind.
2. The fire flickered in the fireplace.
3. Her eyes flickered with amusement.
4. The lights flickered before going out.
5. His hopes flickered and died.