glimmering
/ˈɡlɪmərɪŋ/
noun
- A faint, unsteady light; a soft glow.
- She saw a glimmering from the distant lighthouse through the fog.
- The glimmering of fireflies lit up the summer meadow.
- The candle's glimmering was the only light in the old cabin.
- A small sign or trace of something, such as a feeling or idea.
- There was a glimmering of hope in his voice after the bad news.
- She felt a glimmering of recognition when she saw the old photograph.
- The scientist had a glimmering of a new theory while walking home.
adjective
- Shining with a faint, unsteady light.
- A glimmering jewel lay half-buried in the sand.
- He watched the glimmering surface of the lake at dusk.
- The glimmering stars were barely visible through the city lights.
Synonyms