glimmering

noun

glim·​mer·​ing ˈgli-mə-riŋ How to pronounce glimmering (audio)
ˈglim-

Examples of glimmering in a Sentence

a faint glimmering of light
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The gray midi dress included an exaggerated collar and subtle corsetry, along with glimmering, multicolor gems beneath the bustline. Julia Teti, WWD, 4 Dec. 2024 The former features glimmering, creamy shades of pink, gold, and red, while the latter offers a mix of lilac, dusky pink, and silver hues. Jenny Berg, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024 The single has an upbeat rocking flair, signed with singer Robinson's ever-present vocal attitude and glimmering, catchy guitar riffs. Audrey Gibbs, The Tennessean, 22 Jan. 2024 Chloe Bailey Bailey gave the sheer dressing a glimmering spin, wearing a backless look encrusted with cascading silver sequins by Chet Lo from the brand’s fall 2024 ready-to-wear collection. Julia Teti, WWD, 5 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for glimmering 

Word History

Etymology

see glimmer entry 1

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of glimmering was in the 15th century

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“Glimmering.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glimmering. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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