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flash
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- pronunciation:
- flaesh
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb, adjective
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb, adjective), Word Builder, Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a sudden, bright light that shines, then quickly disappears.
The flash of lightning was followed by a clap of thunder.- synonyms:
- blaze, flare
- similar words:
- beam, flame, flicker, gleam, glint, glitter, spark, sparkle, streak
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| definition 2: |
a sudden burst of feelings, talent, or understanding.
A flash of disappointment crossed the coach's face when Paul missed the catch.The solution to the problem came to her in a flash.- synonyms:
- display, outburst, show
- similar words:
- demonstration, exhibit, glimmer, inspiration, spark
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| definition 3: |
a very short amount of time; an instant.
I'll be there in a flash.- synonyms:
- instant, minute, moment, second
- similar words:
- jiffy
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| related words: |
bit, blast, blaze, bolt, glare, instant, minute, moment, twinkle |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
flashes, flashing, flashed |
| definition 1: |
to give off a sudden, bright light that quickly disappears or that blinks on and off.
Shop signs flash to attract attention.- similar words:
- beam, blaze, blink, flicker, glint, shine
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| definition 2: |
to come, move, or happen suddenly; pass quickly.
An image of her flashed into his mind.- synonyms:
- dart, shoot, streak
- similar words:
- bolt, dash, scoot, tear
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| definition 3: |
to shine brightly; gleam.
The diamond ring flashed in the sun.- synonyms:
- gleam
- similar words:
- glimmer, glint, glitter, sparkle
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition: |
happening suddenly and without warning.
The flash flood ruined many homes.- similar words:
- rapid, sudden
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| derivations: |
flashingly (adv.), flasher (n.) |
Word Builder: flash +
- flashlight:
a lamp with a strong beam that you hold in your hand.
- flashcard:
a card you use to help you learn something, such as spelling or math facts. You write the thing you want to learn on the card and try to remember it.
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