flicker
//ˈflɪkər//
Verb
flickerInfinitive
flickerPresent tense
flickeredPast tense
flickeredPast participle
flickeringPresent participle
flickersThird-person singular
1
To shine with an unsteady light that rapidly varies in brightness.
The candle flickered in the wind.
2
To move back and forth rapidly and irregularly.
The snake's tongue flickered in and out.
3
To appear briefly or faintly.
A smile flickered across her face for just a moment.
Noun
flickerSingular
flickersPlural
1
An unsteady light that rapidly varies in brightness.
The flicker of the candle created dancing shadows on the wall.
2
A brief or faint indication or appearance of something.
There was a flicker of hope in her eyes.