Flashlike

/ˈflæʃˌlaɪk/ adjective

Definition

Resembling a flash; occurring very quickly or with sudden bright light.

Etymology

Compound of 'flash' + 'like' (suffix meaning 'resembling or characteristic of'), a productive word-formation pattern in English.

Kelly Says

The '-like' suffix is one of English's most flexible tools—you can attach it to almost any noun to create an adjective, which is why 'flashlike' is instantly understandable even if it's not commonly used.

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