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aglitter

adjective

Definition of aglitternext
as in glittering

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for aglitter
  1. glittering
  2. gleaming
  3. glistening
  4. shimmering
  5. sparkling
  6. flashing
  7. blinding
  8. shimmery
Adjective
  • America’s national parks shine in the summertime, with spectacular mountain passes thawed for the season, sparkling lakes and glittering beaches at the peak of their allure, and blankets of wildflowers exploding into bloom.
    — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
  • Now, revisit some of the most glittering diadems worn by Queen Mary, which later became favorites of the late Queen Elizabeth II.
    — Natasha Leake, Vanity Fair, 2 June 2026
Definition of glittering
Adjective
  • Under his meticulous care, the gleaming red sports car has been souped up to generate 400-horsepower turbo performance, but retains much of the original features and feel.
    — Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
  • The trailer features stunning images of the massive gleaming white cube that was the centerpiece of the staging and Instagram-worthy shots of the pryo and special effects that made the tour a must-see for fans.
    — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 10 Dec. 2025
Definition of gleaming
Adjective
  • Retailing for $1,170, the all-black style featured glistening satin black uppers that transitioned into open, rounded toes with thick straps.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2026
  • In some memes in recent weeks, the photo has become so over-edited that the character's glistening face is slicker, darker and even more uncanny.
    — Owen Carry, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of glistening
Adjective
  • Reflections, liquid surfaces, shimmering light and fluid choreography underscore the magnetic tension between the two artists, who share the same effortless chemistry that powered their previous global hits.
    — Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 18 Sep. 2026
  • The shoes are complete with the luxury footwear designer’s signature Stardust sole, which is a shimmering bottom finish created by embedding fine micro-glitter, crystal dust and shimmering particles directly into the leather sole of the shoes.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of shimmering
Adjective
  • Venture through the steep, winding lanes lined with high-end boutiques and restaurants while taking in panoramic views of the sparkling blue Mediterranean Sea below.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Laced with Horgan’s signature combination of unsparing honesty and sparkling wit, Youth is a fleet and frisky reminder that growing into yourself is a lifelong endeavor.
    — Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of sparkling
Adjective
  • Its primary food source is the winter firefly (Diaphanes lampyroides), which attracts mates with a continuous, non-flashing light.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2025
Definition of flashing
Adjective
  • That helps explain the vast selection of RCPO watches at the roadshow event featuring blinding amounts of gemstones, esoteric stone dials and paperwork validating that they were restored exclusively in Geneva at the brand’s Restoration Atelier.
    — Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 20 Aug. 2026
  • When porch days turn into nights, nothing ruins the vibe of an evening gathering or solo wind-down faster than a blinding flashlight or hunting for an outlet.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of blinding
Adjective
  • This shimmery style is achieved by using a magnetic gel polish and a magnet to direct particles in the formula into a 3D pattern on the surface of the nail, creating an effect that mimics the light-shifting pattern of a cat’s eye.
    — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 18 Sep. 2026
  • This Valentine’s Day, fall in love with a shimmery lion played by Meryl Streep.
    — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of shimmery
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“Aglitter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aglitter. Accessed 24 Sep. 2026.

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