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shimmering

[ˈʃɪmərɪŋ]

shimmering Definition

  • 1shining with a flickering or wavering light
  • 2glittering or sparkling
  • 3having a play of lustrous colors like those of a rainbow

Using shimmering: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "shimmering" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The sun was setting over the shimmering water.

  • Example

    The dress was covered in shimmering sequins.

  • Example

    The stars were shimmering in the night sky.

shimmering Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for shimmering

Phrases with shimmering

  • lights that shine with a flickering or wavering light

    Example

    The city skyline was filled with shimmering lights.

  • colors that have a play of lustrous colors like those of a rainbow

    Example

    The butterfly's wings were a beautiful display of shimmering colors.

  • a surface that shines with a flickering or wavering light

    Example

    The lake had a shimmering surface in the sunlight.

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Summary: shimmering in Brief

The term 'shimmering' [ˈʃɪmərɪŋ] describes something that shines with a flickering or wavering light, is glittering or sparkling, or has a play of lustrous colors like those of a rainbow. Examples include the sun setting over shimmering water and a dress covered in shimmering sequins. Phrases include 'shimmering lights,' 'shimmering colors,' and 'shimmering surface.'

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