flitter

[ˈflɪtər]

flitter Definition

• 1. to move quickly and lightly with a fluttering or vibratory motion
• 2. to flutter or vibrate

Using flitter: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "flitter" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The butterfly flittered from flower to flower.

• Example

  The leaves flittered in the wind.

• Example

  The bird's wings flittered as it took off into the sky.

flitter Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for flitter

• flutter
• vibrate
• quiver

Phrases with flitter

• flitter about

  to move around quickly and lightly in a fluttering or vibratory motion

  Example

  The fairies flittered about the garden, spreading magic and joy.

• flitter away

  to waste time or money on trivial matters

  Example

  He flittered away his inheritance on parties and luxuries.

• flitter through

  to pass quickly and lightly through something

  Example

  The sunlight flittered through the trees, casting dappled shadows on the forest floor.

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Summary: flitter in Brief

The verb 'flitter' [ˈflɪtər] means to move quickly and lightly with a fluttering or vibratory motion. It is often used to describe the movement of small creatures like butterflies or leaves in the wind. 'Flitter' can also be used in phrases like 'flitter about,' 'flitter away,' and 'flitter through.'