Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fillip
noun
/ˈfɪl.ɪp/
Definition
A quick flick or light tap; a stimulus or boost.
Examples
- The announcement of the new project served as a fillip for the team’s morale.
- A quick fillip of the fingers created a sound that caught everyone’s attention.
- His success in the competition gave her a fillip to pursue her own dreams.
Meaning
The term ‘fillip’ can refer to a sudden action that brings excitement or motivation, often used metaphorically to describe anything that gives an additional push to a situation, idea, or individual.
Synonyms
- boost
- stimulus
- incentive
- jolt
- impetus
