Synonyms for

Flares

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

Definition

Flares are a type of pants that are wide at the bottom. They were popular in the 1970s.

Synonyms & similar words

flame flare irrupt flareout flareup flash burnup erupt flarepass breakopen blazeup flameup flair burstout solarflare bell-bottoms hip-huggers

Synonyms by register

Formal

bursts ignites blazes illuminates

Informal

lights up goes off flashes beams

Literary

kindles effulges gleams

Antonyms

diminishes subsides recedes lessens dulls fades

Common collocations

  • emergency flares
  • distress flares
  • signal flares
  • flares up
  • flares out
  • flares brightly
  • flares suddenly

Word family

noun flare
verb flare
adjective flaring

Usage note

As a verb, 'flares' can refer to a sudden burst of light or fire, or metaphorically to a sudden increase in intensity (e.g., 'anger flares'). As a noun, it can refer to a device that produces such light.

Example sentences

  1. I bought a new pair of flares for the 70s party.
  2. My mom used to wear flares when she was my age.
  3. Flares were really popular in the 70s.
  4. I can't believe flares are back in style!
  5. I love the way flares look with my platform shoes.

Quotes

  • "I wore flares in the 70s and I'm wearing them now. Who cares if they're not in fashion?" - Kate Moss
  • "Flares are the ultimate hippie pants." - Janis Joplin
  • "I love wearing flares. They make my legs look so long!" - Gigi Hadid

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