Definition

Describing something that shines or reflects light in a soft, flickering way.

Example

The stars were aglimmer in the night sky.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see the sunset last night?

Yes, it was so beautiful and aglimmer on the water.

I love when the sky looks so aglimmer like that.

Me too! It's such a perfect way to end the day.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Aglimmer is formed from the prefix "a-" (meaning in the direction of or toward) and "glimmer" (from Old English "glimrian", meaning to shine or gleam). The word "aglimmer" means to shine faintly or to give a faint light, suggesting a light that is directed or toward something.

Memory Tip

Imagine a light that is shining faintly in the direction of something — the prefix 'a-' suggests direction, and 'glimmer' means to shine.

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