flit

/flɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to move quickly and lightly from one place to another

“The bird flitted from branch to branch in the trees.”

2. verb

to move swiftly and fitfully from one thing to another

“She flitted from one conversation to the next at the party.”

3. noun

a small, quick movement from one place to another

“The sudden flit of a butterfly caught her attention.”

4. noun

a sudden, brief feeling or thought

“A flit of worry crossed her face as she thought about the test.”

Synonyms

  • dart
  • flutter

Antonyms

  • linger
  • stroll