flap Synonyms
Another word for flap
• noun (Context 1)
A piece of thin material, such as cloth, paper, or skin, hinged or attached on one side and hanging loose or covering an opening.
"She sealed the envelope tightly after tucking in the fold."
• verb (Context 2)
To move (something broad or flat, especially wings) up and down or from side to side.
"The crow flapped its wings vigorously before gaining enough altitude to clear the trees."
• noun (Context 3)
A single motion of something broad and loosely attached beating back and forth, or the sound produced by this motion.
"With a sudden flutter of its enormous wings, the heron took to the sky."
• verb (Context 4)
To swing or wave loosely back and forth, often producing a sharp sound, like a flag in the wind.
"The sails began to flutter violently as the wind rapidly changed direction."
• noun (Context 5)
A state of panic, agitation, or anxious confusion.
"The organizers were in a terrible tizzy when the keynote speaker arrived an hour late."
• verb (Context 6)
To become agitated, panicked, or excessively worried over a minor issue.
"There is no need to panic; we still have plenty of time to catch the train."
Opposites of flap
The opposite of flap shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: