Synonyms for
Snowflake
Definition
a flake of snow, especially a feathery ice crystal, typically displaying intricate patterns.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- single snowflake
- delicate snowflake
- unique snowflake
- falling snowflake
- snowflake effect
- snowflake pattern
- melting snowflake
Word family
Usage note
While 'snowflake' can refer to a single ice crystal, it is often used metaphorically to describe a person perceived as overly sensitive or unique to the point of fragility. This latter usage can carry a negative connotation.
Example sentences
- The snowflake is unique because of its intricate pattern.
- I caught a snowflake on my tongue.
- The snowflakes were falling softly from the sky.
- Each snowflake is different.
- The snowflakes made everything look like a winter wonderland.
Quotes
“In every winter's heart there is a quivering spring, and behind the veil of each night there is a smiling dawn.” - Kahlil Gibran
“Snowflakes are one of nature's most fragile things, but just look at what they can do when they stick together.” - Vista M. Kelly
“The snow doesn't give a soft white damn whom it touches.” - E.E. Cummings