Glitter

noun

/ˈɡlɪtə(ɹ)/

Word Frequency: 1.1

Definitions

1.nounA bright, sparkling light; shininess or brilliance.

2.nounA shiny, decorative adornment, sometimes sprinkled on glue to make simple artwork.

3.nounGlitz.

4.verbTo sparkle with light; to shine with a brilliant and broken light or showy luster; to gleam.

"a glittering sword"

5.verbTo be showy, specious, or striking, and hence attractive.

"the glittering scenes of a court"

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