Word
glittery
Phoneticsglit·tery
US/ˈɡɫɪtɝi/
UK/ɡlˈɪtəɹi/
Definition
adj. shiny and full of small, bright reflections. You use this to describe things like jewelry, decorations, or makeup that sparkle.
adj. characterised by a sparkling or shiny appearance, typically due to the presence of small reflective particles. Often used to describe decorative items or cosmetics.
Examples
“She wore glittery shoes to the party.”
“The children loved the glittery decorations that covered the Christmas tree.”
“The stage was lit with a soft blue glow that made the performer's glittery costume appear almost ethereal under the spotlights.”
Examples
simple
“She wore glittery shoes to the party.”
contextual
“The children loved the glittery decorations that covered the Christmas tree.”
complex
“The stage was lit with a soft blue glow that made the performer's glittery costume appear almost ethereal under the spotlights.”
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