Technical Troubleshooting Terms

noun the action or process of flickering

adjective describing something that is shining unsteadily or wavering

• The flickering light in the hallway needs to be fixed as soon as possible.
• I couldn't sleep last night because of the flickering streetlight outside my window.
• The flickering neon sign outside the bar was giving me a headache.
• His flickering smile hinted at a hidden sadness beneath the surface.

adjective causing irritation or annoyance

• The ongoing legal dispute has proven to be quite vexing for all parties involved.
• Dealing with this never-ending paperwork is really vexing.
• Ugh, this situation is so vexing, I can't even deal.
• The puzzle was so complex and vexing that it took me hours to solve.