blink Synonyms
Another word for blink
• noun (Context 1)
An act of shutting and opening the eyes very quickly.
"With a quick nictitation of her eyes, she cleared away the tears and continued reading."
• verb (Context 2)
To shut and open the eyes quickly, either involuntarily or intentionally.
"He had to nictitate several times as he stepped out of the dark theater into the bright sunlight."
• verb (Context 3)
To shine intermittently or flash on and off (of a light or indicator).
"A tiny green light continued to flash on the router, indicating an active connection."
• noun (Context 4)
A momentary gleam or flash of light, or a very brief moment of time.
"The entire summer vacation seemed to pass in a flash."
• verb (Context 5)
To yield, back down, or hesitate first in a confrontation or negotiation.
"Both negotiators held firm to their demands, waiting to see who would flinch first."
Opposites of blink
The opposite of blink shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: