glimmering

noun

glim·​mer·​ing ˈgli-mə-riŋ How to pronounce glimmering (audio)
ˈglim-
Synonyms of glimmeringnext
: glimmer

Examples of glimmering in a Sentence

a faint glimmering of light
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However, viewers couldn’t help but notice a new glimmering rock in her ring stack. — Adrianne Reece, InStyle, 10 Apr. 2026 Warm gear is a boon on this trail in case of storms or unexpected precipitation, and pack a microfiber towel–you’ll want to plunge into the multiple glimmering lakes. — Madison Chapman, Outside, 25 Mar. 2026 Still, there are no pads, only helmets and a glimmering competitive desire that’s ramping up as the team reached the midway mark of OTAs. — Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 27 May 2026 After all the hype around Thursday’s northern lights forecast, skywatchers across North America were left hoping for a glimmering cosmic event. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for glimmering

Word History

Etymology

see glimmer entry 1

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of glimmering was in the 15th century

Rhymes for glimmering

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“Glimmering.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glimmering. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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