flit

verb

ˈflit 

flitted; flitting

intransitive verb

1

: to pass quickly or abruptly from one place or condition to another

2

archaic : alter, shift

3

: to move in an erratic fluttering manner

flit noun

Synonyms of flit

• dart
• flutter
• dance
• fly
• flick
• scurry

Examples of flit in a Sentence

butterflies flitting around the garden

The hummingbird flitted from flower to flower.

She was always flitting around the kitchen.

Recent Examples on the Web

Early mornings at Mukwa are quiet, with mist rising off the river and birds flitting along the river bank. —Sarah Kingdom, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026

Their father, Nahuel (Amién), flits from one romantic affair to another, failing to recognize his shortcomings the way fathers typically forget minor yet significant details, like mistaking his younger daughter’s shoe size or never delivering on his promise to have the sink fixed. —Lé Baltar, IndieWire, 16 May 2026

In the garden, bumblebees, hummingbirds, and butterflies can be found flitting among the dazzling blooms. —Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 10 May 2026

The vibe is old Key West to the max, with a tropical interior courtyard where a patio overlooks the pool and butterflies flit. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English flitten, of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse flytjask to move, Old English flēotan to float

First Known Use

12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Phrases Containing flit

• do a moonlight flit

Rhymes for flit

• bit
• brit
• britt
• chit
• fit
• grit
• hit
• it
• kitt
• knit
• lit
• mitt

Kids Definition

flit

verb

ˈflit 

flitted; flitting

: to move or progress in a quick irregular manner

flit noun