Synonyms for

Fleck

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

Definition

a small patch of color or light that contrasts with the surface it is on

Synonyms & similar words

scrap dapple bit flake maculation blob patch blot spot chip speckle spot speck dot blotch stain mark smudge blemish mote particle grain fragment shred scrap bit trace hint tint shade color

Example sentences

  1. She noticed a fleck of paint on her shirt.
  2. The sun was setting and the sky had a fleck of pink.
  3. He had a fleck of food on his chin.
  4. The cat had a fleck of white fur on its black coat.
  5. The artist added a fleck of gold to the painting.

Quotes

  • "Each small task of everyday life is part of the total harmony of the universe." - Saint Therese of Lisieux
  • "It's the little details that are vital. Little things make big things happen." - John Wooden
  • "Life is a mosaic of pleasure and pain - grief is an interval between two moments of joy." - Paulo Coelho

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