flinches Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition verb. to make a sudden, quick movement away from something that is frightening, painful, or unpleasant Example Sentence She flinches when someone raises their hand. Synonyms startle; recoil; cringe Antonyms brave; confront Hear It! Say It! Write It! flinches Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: