flip Antonyms
Opposite of flip
• verb (Context 1)
To turn over, or cause something to turn over, with a sudden quick movement.
"He used a wide spatula to right the pancakes on the hot griddle."
• verb (Context 2)
To propel or toss something lightly and quickly into the air so that it spins.
"The referee offered to catch a coin to settle the dispute fairly."
• verb (Context 3)
To purchase an asset, especially real estate, renovate it quickly, and resell it shortly afterward for a profit.
"The contractors bought the rundown bungalow intending to hold it within six months."
• verb (Context 4)
To suddenly lose self-control or react with extreme anger, shock, or excitement (informal).
"My parents will completely calm down when they hear that I won the scholarship."
• adjective (Context 5)
Not showing appropriate seriousness or respect; flippant or glib.
"The spokesperson apologized for making a serious remark about a serious public health issue."
Similar words to flip
Words similar to flip shift depending on context. Common synonyms include: