glitter
Translation
to glitter, to sparkle, to shimmer
Examples
The jewels glittered in the light.
The jewels glittered in the light.
Her eyes glittered with excitement.
Her eyes glittered with excitement.
Grammar Patterns
((subject)) to shine with a bright, shimmering light The jewels glittered in the light.
((subject)) to glitter with ((sth.)) to shine brightly with a particular emotion Her eyes glittered with excitement.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sparkle, shimmer, twinkle
Etymology
From Middle English 'gliteren', from Old Norse 'glitra'. Again, it contains the 'gl-' root for light.
Memory Tips
Think of the noun 'glitter' (the small, shiny particles). The verb describes that kind of sharp, dry sparkle. Contrast with 'glisten', which is a wet shine.