CEFR B2

glittering

adjective

Meaning

Shining with a bright, shimmering, or sparkling light, often due to many small, reflective surfaces.

Examples

She wore a glittering gown that caught every eye in the room.
The night sky was filled with glittering stars scattered across the darkness.

Synonyms: bright, shiny, sparkling, shimmering, resplendent

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glittering (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: ˈɡlɪtərɪŋ

Definition

Shining with a bright, shimmering, or sparkling light, often due to many small, reflective surfaces.

Examples

She wore a glittering gown that caught every eye in the room.
The night sky was filled with glittering stars scattered across the darkness.
He achieved a glittering career in journalism, winning numerous prestigious awards.

Synonyms of glittering

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