Word
glittering
Phoneticsglit·ter·ing
US/ˈɡɫɪtɝɪŋ/
UK/ɡlˈɪtəɹɪŋ/
Definition
adj. shining with many small, bright flashes of light. You use this to describe things like jewelry, stars, or the surface of the ocean.
adj. shining with a shimmering or sparkling light; reflecting light in numerous small, bright flashes. Often used figuratively to describe a highly successful or impressive career or social event.
Examples
“She wore a glittering gold necklace to the party.”
“The city lights were glittering like diamonds across the dark valley as we drove home.”
“Despite her glittering career in the film industry, she remained remarkably grounded and dedicated to her charitable work in local communities.”
Examples
simple
“She wore a glittering gold necklace to the party.”
contextual
“The city lights were glittering like diamonds across the dark valley as we drove home.”
complex
“Despite her glittering career in the film industry, she remained remarkably grounded and dedicated to her charitable work in local communities.”
Usage
Often used as a participial adjective; typically placed before the noun it modifies or after a linking verb like 'look' or 'be'.
Real-World Examples
“That they were followed by their younger sisters in bright, glittering stockings under miniskirts in the 1960s makes a lot more sense when you know what came before.” “Which footballer has had the most glittering club career?” Scan code
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