What is another word for nictitation?

Pronunciation: [nˌɪktɪtˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA)

Nictitation is the medical term meaning the involuntary closure of the eyelids or a wink. It can be considered a difficult word to pronounce and spell, so here are some synonyms that can be used in place of nictitation: blink, flutter, flicker, twinkle, or wink. These words can be used interchangeably depending on the context or tone of the conversation. For example, blink may be too casual for a medical discussion, while flutter seems more appropriate. In any case, using synonyms can help avoid repetition and make your writing or speech more interesting and varied.

Synonyms for Nictitation:

What are the hypernyms for Nictitation?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    blinking, winking, closure of eyes, eyechecking, eyelid movement.

Usage examples for Nictitation

No twinkling, no scintillation, no nictitation, disturbed their pure and lambent gleam.
"All Around the Moon"
Jules Verne

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