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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These include crystalline silicates like quartz, as well as glimmering metals such as iron and nickel. Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 27 Aug. 2025 The tower’s glimmering red lights mix with an orange-and-pink sunset in the background to create an image that feels both moody and instantly nostalgic. Ray Mark Rinaldi, Denver Post, 18 Aug. 2025 Nothing is, in this diffuse, glimmering patchwork world. Jessica Kiang, Variety, 17 Aug. 2025 Below the glimmering rock is a diamond wedding band. Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 8 Aug. 2025 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 9 Sep. 2025.

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