Definition

A small and usually temporary problem or error, especially in a system or machine, that causes it to not work correctly.

Example

The software update fixed the glitch that was causing the app to crash.

Conversation

Did you notice that weird glitch in the game last night?

Yeah, it was so strange! Everything just froze for a moment.

I thought it was just my connection acting up.

Nope, it happened to me too — definitely a glitch!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Glitch originates from Yiddish 'glitsh' (meaning a slip or slide). The term describes a minor malfunction or error, often in technology, that causes a temporary disruption.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'slip' or 'slide' when something goes wrong, which helps you remember that a glitch is a small error or malfunction.

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