Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
flinty
Adjective
/ˈflɪnti/
Definition
Resembling flint; hard and unyielding in nature.
Examples
- Her flinty gaze made it clear that she was not to be trifled with.
- The flinty landscape gave the area an eerie, desolate feel.
Meaning
Flinty refers to something that is very hard, tough, or stern in quality, often used to describe a person’s demeanor or character.
Synonyms
- Hard
- Stony
- Unyielding
- Rugged
- Cold
