twinkle
Translation
to sparkle, to glitter, to shine with a flickering light
Examples
The stars began to twinkle in the sky.
The stars began to twinkle in the sky.
His eyes twinkled with amusement.
His eyes twinkled with amusement.
Grammar Patterns
((subject)) to shine with a flickering light The stars began to twinkle in the sky.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sparkle, glitter, shimmer, gleam
Etymology
From Old English 'twinclian', a frequentative of 'twincan' meaning 'to wink', suggesting a rapid blinking light.
Memory Tips
Think of the famous nursery rhyme 'Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star' to remember its connection to shining stars.