FLIRTER Synonyms: 7 Similar Words | Merriam-Webster Thesaurus

flirter

noun

Definition of flirter

as in flirt

a person who playfully shows another amorous attention she's a compulsive flirter, and you're just her prey for the moment

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flirt

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This is a strong day to pitch, perform, flirt, draft, or share something that feels alive.

— Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 July 2026
The daughter of screenwriter Arnold Manoff and Oscar- and Emmy-winning actress/director Lee Grant, Dinah Manoff played Marty Maraschino, the Pink Ladies' biggest flirt.

— Andrew Walsh, Entertainment Weekly, 8 June 2026

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