Flashback Definition & Meaning
flashback
- noun
- a transition (in literary or theatrical works or films) to an earlier event or scene that interrupts the normal chronological development of the story
- an unexpected but vivid recurrence of a past experience (especially a recurrence of the effects of an hallucinogenic drug taken much earlier)
"Flashback" in song lyrics
See how flashback is used in real songs:
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"All of a sudden, I started catching a dark flashback"
Chino XL — Beef Ain't Over -
"Keep that on your mind like a flashback"
The Cross Movement — On Right Now -
"Nowadays, love's in the haze of a flashback"
CunninLynguists — Shattered Dreams
Words that rhyme with flashback
Usage tips for "flashback"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "flashback" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for flashback to find words that pair well.
Use "flashback" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does flashback mean?
- a transition (in literary or theatrical works or films) to an earlier event or scene that interrupts the normal chronological development of the story an unexpected but vivid recurrence of a past experience (especially a recurrence of the effects of an hallucinogenic drug taken much earlier)
- What part of speech is flashback?
- Flashback is a noun.
- How many definitions does flashback have?
- Flashback has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).