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Definition of flinty

flinty

/ˈflɪn.ti/
flin · ty
Adverb:flintily
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• adjective

1

Stern, unyielding, or severe in character, attitude, or expression.

Example

"The judge fixed the defendant with a flinty stare that silenced the entire courtroom."

2

Consisting of, containing, or resembling flint; extremely hard and rocky.

Example

"The farmers struggled for generations to cultivate crops in the region's dry, flinty soil."

3

Having a crisp, dry, mineral flavor and aroma reminiscent of struck flint (used especially of white wines such as Chablis or Sauvignon Blanc).

Example

"This Sauvignon Blanc is prized for its bright acidity and distinctive flinty finish."

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• Rhymes for flinty

• Nearby Words

flint
flint river
flintlock
flinty
flip
flip-flop
flipbook

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from Old English 'flint' (a hard siliceous rock) plus the adjectival suffix '-y'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Flinty. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/flinty
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