glittered; glittering; glitters
1
2
: to be brilliantly attractive, lavish, or spectacular
also
: to be superficially attractive or exciting
1
a
: sparkling brilliance of something that glitters
b
: a bright usually superficial attractiveness
c
: the quality of being spectacular
2
: small glittering objects used for ornamentation
Synonyms
Examples of glitter in a Sentence
Verb
The sequins on her dress glittered in the sun.
Her eyes glittered with intelligence and amusement.
Noun
He was drawn to the glitter of the city's nightlife.
Recent Examples on the Web
Kristen Bateman, Vogue, 27 Nov. 2023
Dressed in a glittering silver Versace gown and matching gloves, Beyoncé debuted butt-length, pin-straight platinum blonde hair.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 26 Nov. 2023
Former bandmate Williams embarked on a glittering solo career a quarter century ago, and is currently on tour in Australia.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 24 Nov. 2023
Later, royal watchers will be treated to a glittering array of jewels and tiaras on show at the state banquet staged in the ballroom at Buckingham Palace.
—Simon Perry, Peoplemag, 21 Nov. 2023
The full-length ballet is presented with Victorian-era sets, glittering costumes and choreography by Elizabeth Wistrich.
—Marcia Luttrell, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Nov. 2023
Beyond was the Sea of Najaf, a brackish lake, glittering feverishly in the distance.
—Aatish Taseer, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2023
Once past the border and through the traffic of Tijuana, the road opens into a postcard of a drive, best taken windows down for a salted breeze and unobstructed views of the Pacific glittering to your right.
—Rebekah Peppler, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2023
The French tableware house has a remarkable history: Its glittering silverware accompanied the lavish buffets of Emperor Napoleon and sat in the cutlery drawers of the late fashion legend Karl Lagerfeld.
—Joshua Glass, Vogue, 15 Nov. 2023
Georgia Day, Vogue, 25 Nov. 2023
But not all glitters are as good as gone in Europe.
—Joshua Rapp Learn, Discover Magazine, 22 Nov. 2023
Spray it on or use crafts glue to lightly dot the Q-tips and shake the glitter on your six-pointed creations.
—Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Nov. 2023
On the other hand, bronzers with a radiant finish such as the Sisley Paris Phyto-Blush Twist usually include micro glitters and purposefully reflect light off of your skin to enhance your natural luminosity.
—Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 12 Nov. 2023
On one side, her face looks natural with orange and purple glitter over her eyelids.
—Chantal Flores, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2023
However, many brands have already found ways to reduce or eliminate the use of traditional plastic glitter in both European and American formulations.
—Kayla Greaves, Vogue, 8 Nov. 2023
In the photo, the mom of four glitters in a nude square-neck bodysuit paired with a body chain, a large silver choker and matching silver bracelet cuffs.
—Kirsty Hatcher, Peoplemag, 8 Nov. 2023
The mirrored vanity storage case holds 75 pieces of nail art, body glitter, eye shadows, brushes, lip glosses, glitter gloss, and more.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 7 Nov. 2023
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Verb
While Thanksgiving festivities and glittering shopping adventures were taking place stateside, over the weekend in Paris, Le Bal des Débutantes, one of Europe’s most opulent debutante balls, took place inside the Shangri La Hotel.
—Kristen Bateman, Vogue, 27 Nov. 2023
Dressed in a glittering silver Versace gown and matching gloves, Beyoncé debuted butt-length, pin-straight platinum blonde hair.
—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 26 Nov. 2023
Former bandmate Williams embarked on a glittering solo career a quarter century ago, and is currently on tour in Australia.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 24 Nov. 2023
Later, royal watchers will be treated to a glittering array of jewels and tiaras on show at the state banquet staged in the ballroom at Buckingham Palace.
—Simon Perry, Peoplemag, 21 Nov. 2023
The full-length ballet is presented with Victorian-era sets, glittering costumes and choreography by Elizabeth Wistrich.
—Marcia Luttrell, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Nov. 2023
Beyond was the Sea of Najaf, a brackish lake, glittering feverishly in the distance.
—Aatish Taseer, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2023
Once past the border and through the traffic of Tijuana, the road opens into a postcard of a drive, best taken windows down for a salted breeze and unobstructed views of the Pacific glittering to your right.
—Rebekah Peppler, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2023
The French tableware house has a remarkable history: Its glittering silverware accompanied the lavish buffets of Emperor Napoleon and sat in the cutlery drawers of the late fashion legend Karl Lagerfeld.
—Joshua Glass, Vogue, 15 Nov. 2023
Noun
Play with pops of glitter or pretty placement of gemstones for more of a modern, textural take on something traditional.
—Georgia Day, Vogue, 25 Nov. 2023
But not all glitters are as good as gone in Europe.
—Joshua Rapp Learn, Discover Magazine, 22 Nov. 2023
Spray it on or use crafts glue to lightly dot the Q-tips and shake the glitter on your six-pointed creations.
—Sharon Greenthal, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Nov. 2023
On the other hand, bronzers with a radiant finish such as the Sisley Paris Phyto-Blush Twist usually include micro glitters and purposefully reflect light off of your skin to enhance your natural luminosity.
—Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 12 Nov. 2023
On one side, her face looks natural with orange and purple glitter over her eyelids.
—Chantal Flores, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2023
However, many brands have already found ways to reduce or eliminate the use of traditional plastic glitter in both European and American formulations.
—Kayla Greaves, Vogue, 8 Nov. 2023
In the photo, the mom of four glitters in a nude square-neck bodysuit paired with a body chain, a large silver choker and matching silver bracelet cuffs.
—Kirsty Hatcher, Peoplemag, 8 Nov. 2023
The mirrored vanity storage case holds 75 pieces of nail art, body glitter, eye shadows, brushes, lip glosses, glitter gloss, and more.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 7 Nov. 2023
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“Glitter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glitter. Accessed 11 Dec. 2023.
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glitter
1 of 2 verb
glit·ter
ˈglit-ər 
1
: to shine with brilliant or metallic luster
glittering sequins
2
: to shine with strong emotion
eyes glittered cruelly
glitter
2 of 2 noun1
: sparkling brilliancy
2
: small glittering objects used for ornamentation
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