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Meaning of flair
A natural talent or aptitude for something, especially a creative activity.
Etymology of flair
The word "flair" originated in the 17th century, from the French word "flairer," which means "to smell" or "to sniff," and is related to the Old French word "flair," which means "smell" or "odor"
Initially, the word referred to a keen sense of smell, but over time, its meaning expanded to include a natural ability or talent for something, especially a creative activity
Synonyms
aptitude
talent
skill
knack
ability
gift
faculty
bent
inclination
propensity
predisposition
proclivity
leaning
tendency
aptness
readiness
quickness
cleverness
ingenuity
resourcefulness
imagination
creativity
originality
flair
panache
elegance
style
sophistication
refinement
finesse
delicacy
subtlety
nuance
Definitions
- A natural ability to do something, especially something creative
- A special or attractive quality that someone or something has
- A decorative strip of fabric, especially one that is pleated or gathered
Usage Examples
- She has a flair for writing and has published several novels
- He has a flair for design and has created some amazing buildings
- The chef added a flair to the dish with a sprinkle of parsley
Antonyms
inability
ineptness
incompetence
clumsiness
awkwardness
stiffness
rigidity
dullness
lack
shortcoming
deficiency
weakness
fragility
vulnerability
insufficiency
inadequacy
unskillfulness
amateurishness
crudeness
coarseness