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flirtation Antonyms

Opposite of flirtation

Because the opposite of flirtation shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

Playfully romantic or amorous behavior intended to attract someone without serious commitment; a brief, casual romantic encounter.

Usage Example

"Their harmless office aloofness eventually blossomed into a genuine, long-term relationship."

Strong
aloofness
indifference

• noun (Context 2)

A brief, superficial, or tentative involvement with an idea, activity, or course of action.

Usage Example

"After a brief dedication with abstract painting in college, the artist returned to classical portraiture."

Strong
dedication
commitment
devotion

Similar words to flirtation

Words similar to flirtation shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

dalliance
coquetry
dabbling
experimentation
banter
foray
badinage
trifling
See all synonyms of flirtation

• Nearby Words

flipside
fliptop
flirt
flirtation
flirtatious
flirtatiously
flirtatiousness

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Flirtation. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/flirtation
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