flake Synonyms
Another word for flake
• noun (Context 1)
A small, flat, very thin piece of something, typically one which has broken away or been peeled off from a larger piece.
"She gently brushed a chip of dried paint from her sleeve."
• verb (Context 2)
To come off or separate into small, flat, thin pieces or layers.
"The old plaster on the ceiling had started to peel due to the moisture."
• noun (Context 3)
An unreliable person; someone who frequently fails to keep appointments, commitments, or promises.
"I wouldn't rely on him to organize the event, as he can be a bit of a defaulter."
• verb (Context 4)
To fail to keep a commitment, promise, or appointment (often used with 'out' or 'on').
"He promised to help me move the furniture, but he flaked on me at the last minute."
Opposites of flake
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of flake varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites: