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Meaning of glittering
The primary meaning of the word "glittering" is related to something that shines or sparkles with bright, flashing lights.
Etymology of glittering
The word "glittering" originates from the Old English word "gliterian", which means to shine or sparkle.
It is also related to the Middle English word "glitren", which means to sparkle or glitter.
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe something that shines or sparkles.
Synonyms
sparkling
shining
dazzling
glittery
twinkling
flashing
gleaming
radiant
resplendent
luminous
lustrous
bright
brilliant
dazzling
scintillating
coruscating
fulgent
effulgent
beaming
glowing
incandescent
luminous
shimmering
sparkling
glimmering
glistening
iridescent
opalescent
kaleidoscopic
colorful
vivid
flashy
showy
ostentatious
garish
tawdry
flashy
flamboyant
spectacular
Definitions
- The word "glittering" refers to something that is attractively bright and shiny, often in a way that is impressive or attention-grabbing.
- * It can also describe something that is showy or flashy, but perhaps lacking in real value or substance.
Usage Examples
- The glittering diamonds in her necklace caught everyone's attention at the party.
- * The city's glittering skyscrapers towered above the streets, a testament to its wealth and prosperity.
- * The glittering ice on the frozen lake sparkled like a thousand tiny diamonds in the sunlight.
Antonyms
dull
dim
dullish
lackluster
uninspiring
unimpressive
mundane
ordinary
unremarkable
unostentatious
subdued
muted
toned-down
restrained
modest
humble
plain
simple
unadorned
austere
somber
gloomy
dreary
dismal