flak

[flæk]

flak Definition

• 1. anti-aircraft fire
• 2. strong criticism

Using flak: Examples

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

• Example

  The plane was hit by flak and had to make an emergency landing.

• Example

  The new policy received a lot of flak from the public.

• Example

  He took a lot of flak for his controversial statement.

flak Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for flak

• criticism
• opposition
• disapproval
• reprimand
• rebuke

Phrases with flak

• catch flak

  to receive criticism or opposition

  Example

  She caught a lot of flak for her decision.

• give flak

  to criticize or oppose someone or something

  Example

  He gave me a lot of flak for being late.

• take flak

  to receive criticism or opposition

  Example

  The company took a lot of flak for their unethical practices.

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Summary: flak in Brief

The term 'flak' [flæk] refers to two distinct concepts. First, it denotes anti-aircraft fire, as in 'The plane was hit by flak and had to make an emergency landing.' Second, it means strong criticism, as in 'The new policy received a lot of flak from the public.' 'Flak' is often used in phrases like 'catch flak,' 'give flak,' and 'take flak,' all of which refer to receiving or giving criticism.