Synonyms for

Blinking

Verb / ˈblɪŋkɪŋ / Another word for blinking — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of closing and opening eyes quickly.

Synonyms & similar words

twinkle nictitate winkle blink nictitation nictation nictate flash wink bally blooming flaming blinkaway fucking winking eyeblink crashing bloody fluttering twinkling winking flickering flashing glittering sparkling scintillating shimmering dazzling glimmering gleaming blinking nodding twitching jerking flinching wincing quivering shaking

Synonyms by register

Formal

flashing pulsating intermittent

Informal

winking twinkling flickering

Literary

quivering shimmering gleaming

Antonyms

staring gazing unwavering fixed steady constant

Common collocations

  • blinking cursor
  • blinking lights
  • blinking rapidly
  • blinking slowly
  • blinking in and out
  • blinking eye
  • blinking at the screen

Word family

noun blink
verb blink
adjective blinking

Usage note

While 'blinking' often refers to the involuntary closing and opening of the eyelids, it can also describe intermittent or flashing lights. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. I kept blinking my eyes to stay awake during the movie.
  2. The blinking lights on the Christmas tree were so pretty.
  3. The runner was blinking with sweat in the hot sun.
  4. The rabbit was blinking as it hopped across the field.
  5. The old man was blinking back tears as he remembered his youth.

Quotes

  • I wear my blinking heart on my sleeve.
  • The blinking of an eye can change everything.
  • Life is a blinking light in the grand darkness.

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