Synonyms for Blinking
Definition of blinking
adjective
- closing the eyes intermittently and rapidly; "he stood blinking in the bright sunlight"
- informal intensifiers; "what a bally (or blinking) nuisance"; "a bloody fool"; "a crashing bore"; "you flaming idiot"
noun
- a reflex that closes and opens the eyes rapidly
8 synonyms found
Writing tips for "blinking"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like bloody, bright, closed can replace "blinking" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 8 alternatives available, "blinking" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Blinking" in song lyrics
See how blinking is used in real songs:
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"Your ship is thinking, you thinking, you blinking"
Afu-Ra — Miss You -
"An inkling, a hint, I'm moving faster than your blinking"
Blackalicious — Nowhere Fast -
"What? Too much Ice got you blinking?"
Charli Baltimore f/ Mase — Ice