Definition

A person who reacts with fear or surprise, often by moving away quickly.

Example

During the scary movie, he was such a flincher that he jumped at every loud noise.

Conversation

I can't believe how some people are such a flincher during scary movies.

I know! It’s like they forget it's just a film.

Right? I mean, a little suspense is fine, but don’t be a flincher!

Exactly! Just enjoy the thrill and laugh it off.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Flincher → The word 'flincher' is derived from the verb 'flinch' (from Middle English 'flinchen', meaning to shrink back or recoil) combined with the suffix '-er' (meaning a person who). A flincher is a person who shrinks back or recoils from something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'shrinks back' when faced with something scary — that's what a flincher does.

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