GLITTERING Synonyms: 99 Similar and Opposite Words

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Definition of glittering

as in shimmering

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verb

present participle of glitter

as in gleaming

to shoot forth bursts of light the queen's crown glittered under the glare of the TV lights

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Recent Examples of glittering

Adjective

Ballroom culture infuses all aspects of the show, including a parade of costumes, ranging from contemporary neon getups to sumptuous evening gowns and glittering headdresses. — Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 11 May 2026 By evening, the regatta shifts ashore, where Saint-Tropez’s harbour becomes a glittering Riviera showcase, complete with champagne receptions on the water’s edge. — Dea Jusufi, Forbes.com, 9 May 2026

Verb

During the talk, Bardem reflected on a glittering career, from his early life growing up in one of Spain’s most prestigious acting families to winning an Oscar and, this year, finally conquering his fear of the stage. — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 11 Oct. 2026 With binoculars, observers can sweep through the glittering star fields of Cygnus, the Swan, and continue down to the dazzling star clouds surrounding the center of our galaxy in Sagittarius, the Archer. — Joe Rao, Space.com, 8 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for glittering

Recent Examples of Synonyms for glittering

Adjective

The images are of a shimmering ocean, kids running on the beach, sunshine, a wedding proposal and a wholesome graduation ceremony.

— Tom Tapp, Deadline, 21 Oct. 2026
Bryant also toted a Pink brand purse and added a shimmering silver belt with a bevy of Pink dog charms.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of shimmering

Verb

There’s a gleaming hospital and a string of new downtown spots to supplement The Bar, the beloved dive that was supposedly among the inspirations for the Patch Café in the TV series Landman, which is set here.

— Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 22 Oct. 2026
In others, the walls are paneled in a gleaming hardwood, which sets off the furniture, upholstered in black and dark-gray velvets.

— Kim Velsey, Curbed, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of gleaming

Adjective

But many of the film’s most evocative images, often involving groups of soldiers, handsome and glistening and in varying stages of undress, remain just that — images without a strong connection to the larger storytelling.

— Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026
Frank O’Hara, with each glistening torso, never fails to tell you something true.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of glistening

Verb

Animals started tracking across the plain, their eyes glinting in the flashlights Cordova and Heimann swept back and forth.

— Shi En Kim, AZCentral.com, 21 Sep. 2026
The placement feels resonant, since Boorman was always operating between poles of glinting victory and laughable failure.

— Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of glinting

Adjective

But Hayden said the Shuckers Union will have a pretty robust sparkling wine menu — one that isn’t just prosecco or just champagne, but the fun sparkling wines found around the world that usually fall in the middle of those two wines’ price points.

— Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 23 Oct. 2026
The country music legend’s love for towering heels with sparkling embellishments and unapologetically feminine glamour became as recognizable as her voice over the years.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of sparkling

Verb

Charlotte’s dining scene is shining bright among the stars of the South once again.

— Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 22 Oct. 2026
While Cowtown’s film industry is shining now thanks in part to Taylor Sheridan, the festival is proof that locals have been passionate about the art form for some time now.

— Brayden Garcia October 22, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of shining

Adjective

The actor's makeup is right on trend; a handful of makeup pros spotlighted mineral-y, shimmery shadow finishes like her bronzy color and its smoky—but not intensely smoky—finish as big looks to try this fall and winter.

— Kara Nesvig, Allure, 26 Oct. 2026
The shimmery shade was used as eye shadow complimenting Nash-Betts’ long black lashes, and also paired as a gloss with brown lip liner to finish off the glam designed by Naima Jamal.

— Arushi Jacob, Footwear News, 26 Oct. 2026

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