squidge

/ˈskwɪdʒ/; /ˈskwɪdʒi/

Definitions

1. noun

a sudden, brief movement or action, especially one that is energetic or enthusiastic

“She made a squidge towards the ball, almost knocking it off the table.”

2. verb

to move suddenly or briefly in a particular direction

“I squigged towards the door, eager to leave the party.”

3. verb

to squeeze or press something with a sudden movement

“She squigged the lemon to release the juice.”

Synonyms

  • dash
  • lurch

Antonyms

  • hesitate
  • linger