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jerk vs flick

flick vs jerk

jerk and flick both are nouns.

jerk and flick both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
jerk Yes No Yes No
flick Yes No Yes No
As verbs, jerk and flick are synonyms defined as:
  • jerk and flick: throw or toss with a quick motion
jerk (noun) flick (noun)
an abrupt spasmodic movement a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement
a sudden abrupt pull a short stroke
raising a weight from shoulder height to above the head by straightening the arms a light sharp contact (usually with something flexible)
meat (especially beef) cut in strips and dried in the sun
a dull stupid fatuous person
(mechanics) the rate of change of acceleration
jerk (verb) flick (verb)
make an uncontrolled, short, jerky motion remove with a flick (of the hand)
throw or toss with a quick motion touch or hit with a light, quick blow
pull, or move with a sudden movement cause to make a snapping sound
move with abrupt, seemingly uncontrolled motions throw or toss with a quick motion
jump vertically, with legs stiff and back arched twitch or flutter
cause to move with a flick
flash intermittently
look through a book or other written material
shine unsteadily
Difference between jerk and flick

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