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Glimmer

/ˈɡlɪməː/ · noun

Meaning

A faint light; a dim glow..

Definitions by Sense

  1. A faint light; a dim glow.
  2. A flash of light.
  3. (figurative) A faint or remote possibility (as it were a flash of light).
  4. (dated, uncountable) Mica.
  5. (psychology, neologism) A subtle, positive micromoment that evokes feelings of joy, safety, calm, or connection.
  6. (intransitive) To shine with a faint, unsteady light.

Example Sentences

The glimmer of the fireflies was pleasant to watch.
After all, Harmony Korine has no more than a glimmer of talent.
the glimmering dawn    a glimmering lamp
The fireflies glimmered in the dark.
The west yet glimmers with some streaks of day.

Synonyms for glimmer

flickershimmersparkleglimpsecomforttwinklecoruscateflashgleamglitterglistenlustersheenshinegleaming

Antonyms for glimmer

trigger

Related Words

gleamgleamingflickershineglimpseglowflashsparkblinkchinkglarehunchsearchlightrayforefrontsightbeaconshadowmodicumalert

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does glimmer mean?

Glimmer means A faint light; a dim glow..

What is a synonym for glimmer?

Common synonyms include flicker, shimmer, sparkle, glimpse.

What is the opposite of glimmer?

Possible antonyms include trigger.

How do you use glimmer in a sentence?

The glimmer of the fireflies was pleasant to watch.

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