butterfly

/ˈbʌtərflaɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

a flying insect with brightly colored wings, typically having large eyes and a long, thin body

“The butterfly landed on the flower and sipped its nectar.”

2. verb

to change suddenly or in a surprising way

“The new policy will butterfly the company’s finances, making it harder to predict future expenses.”

Synonyms

  • insect
  • moth
  • winged insect

Antonyms

  • grounded
  • immobile