SHIMMERY Synonyms: 92 Similar and Opposite Words

shimmery

adjective

Definition of shimmery

as in shimmering

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Recent Examples of shimmery Muted metallics are also trending this fall, with shimmery finishes. — Odeya Pinkus, InStyle, 5 Sep. 2026 With nine shades available—from translucent to shimmery to vibrant red—there’s truly something for everyone. — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 28 Aug. 2026 One post is one of the comedy’s stars, Isla Fisher, striking a pose in a shimmery dress. — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 19 Aug. 2026 The drugstore formula comes in 20 shades, including the translucent-pink Opal, a shimmery shoe-in for everyday wear, and the sheer, summery Peach Ring. — Jenny Berg, Glamour, 18 Aug. 2026 Lizzo rocked a purple shimmery string bikini from her Yitty brand, featuring a tiny triangle top and high-waisted bottoms with bows tied on each side of her hips. — Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 10 Aug. 2026 The shimmery finish, elegant pleats, and vibrant green hue of the Wanluosuz Satin Silk Pants channel European summer vibes without the stiff, restrictive feel that most commonly comes from dressier trousers. — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 7 Aug. 2026 The fish itself is shiny silver with vertical yellow stripes, so Sinot applied a shimmery silver shadow to Larsson's lids and added a bright canary yellow color to her inner corners and under her lower lashline. — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 3 Aug. 2026

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Adjective

This shimmering, sonorous work, from one of our greatest living directors, moves through the peculiar landscapes of human interaction with certainty, eccentricity and grace, alighting on a generous if rueful conclusion.

— Jessica Kiang, Variety, 6 Sep. 2026
When the oil is shimmering, add the grated zucchini and one ramen seasoning packet.

— Kate Williams, AJC.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of shimmering

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

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

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

More light and access to the home’s back garden and its sparkling swimming pool were added throughout the home.

— Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 2 Sep. 2026
Dunkin' also has a new Berry Clementine Refresher, which can be made with green tea, black tea, lemonade, oat milk, protein milk or sparkling water.

— Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of sparkling

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

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