flirtation

• Substantiv, das eine Handlung oder ein Verhalten bezeichnet, das in spielerischer oder ungezwungener Weise romantisches oder sexuelles Interesse an jemandem zeigt, oft ohne ernste Absichten.

A noun referring to the act or behavior of showing romantic or sexual interest in someone in a playful or casual manner, often without serious intent.

1. Romantic or playful behaviorB2formal

   Behavior that suggests a playful or romantic interest in someone, often without serious intent.

   Flirt

   • Their flirtation at the party was obvious to everyone.
   • She enjoyed a light flirtation with her coworker.
   • The flirtation between them lasted only a few weeks.

   Synonymebantercoquetrydallianceflirtingteasingtoyingtrifling

2. Brief interest or involvementC1formal

   A short-lived or superficial interest in an idea, activity, or subject.

   Kurzzeitiges Interesse

   • His flirtation with photography ended when he lost his camera.
   • The company had a brief flirtation with the new technology.
   • Her flirtation with politics was just a phase.

   Synonymedalliancetoyingtrifling

   Antonymecommitmentdedicationdevotion