CEFR B1

glint

verb

Meaning

To shine with a bright, reflected light, often in a quick, intermittent way.

Examples

A tiny spark glinted in his eyes as he told the joke.
The polished armor glinted under the midday sun.

Synonyms: shine, sparkle, gleam, shimmer

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glint (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɡlɪnt/

Definition

To shine with a bright, reflected light, often in a quick, intermittent way.

Examples

A tiny spark glinted in his eyes as he told the joke.
The polished armor glinted under the midday sun.

How to Use glint

glint of (prepositional phrase): A brief flash of light, often from a specific source or material. — "He saw the glint of gold in the treasure chest."
glint in the eye (idiom): A brief expression of a particular emotion or thought in someone's eyes. — "The old sailor had a glint in his eye when he spoke of his adventures."

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