EYEBLINK Synonyms: 27 Similar and Opposite Words

eyeblink

noun

ˈī-ˌbliŋk

Definition of eyeblink

as in minute

a very small space of time within an eyeblink I accepted their offer on the house

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Recent Examples of eyeblink Five million years is an eyeblink in geologic time. — Peter Brannen, Quanta Magazine, 15 Sep. 2025

Recent Examples of Synonyms for eyeblink

Noun

But the 33-minute album is overlaid with sugary melodies that feel monochromatic.

— Mosi Reeves, Rolling Stone, 23 Sep. 2026
At a cruising speed of around 200 km/h, its flight time can reach approximately 17 minutes.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of minute

Noun

The senior receiver made a game-winning, one-handed catch on fourth-and-goal for the Eagles in the closing seconds — and much to the delight of senior quarterback Sean Ruisz.

— Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 26 Sep. 2026
Emma Roberts is here as her character from Coven for a few seconds!

— Jen Chaney, Vulture, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of second

Noun

With each heartbeat, the amount of blood flowing through the vessels in your wrist changes.

— Jason Kostrna, The Conversation, 21 Sep. 2026
After researching her options and speaking with her doctors, Hills eventually underwent a surgical procedure to treat her irregular heartbeat.

— Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of heartbeat

Noun

There will be moments when someone looks toward the door expecting to see that smile, that wave, or that familiar face coming in to say hello.

— Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026
Terracotta Simpson believes that, while dark, traditionally neutral tones have had their moment, earth tones are likely to become more popular in 2027.

— The Spruce, The Spruce, 25 Sep. 2026