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Meaning of shimmer
The primary meaning of the word "shimmer" is to give off a faint, unsteady light.
Etymology of shimmer
The word "shimmer" has its roots in Middle English, derived from the verb "shimeren", which is also related to the Old English word "scimian", meaning to shine or glimmer
Historically, the word has been used to describe the faint, unsteady light reflected from surfaces, and its meaning has expanded to include figurative uses, such as describing something as faintly or distantly perceived
Synonyms
Definitions
- To give off a faint, unsteady light, typically because of the reflection of light from small waves or ripples on the surface of something
- To appear faintly or unsteadily, typically because of being distant or indistinct
- To have a slight, wavering, or unsteady quality, typically because of being insubstantial or lacking in clarity
Usage Examples
- The moon's light began to shimmer on the surface of the lake as the night wore on
- Her eyes shimmered with tears as she said goodbye to her loved one
- The heat from the pavement made the air shimmer in the distance