glittering
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈɡlɪtərɪŋ/
KK: /ˈɡlɪtərɪŋ/
adjective
Definition
Shining brightly with a sparkling quality, often used to describe something that catches the light in a beautiful way.
Example
The glittering stars lit up the night sky.
Conversation
Did you see the glittering lights at the festival last night?
Yes, they were so beautiful and mesmerizing!
I loved how they created such a magical atmosphere.
Absolutely, it made everything feel more special.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
shimmering
sparkling
radiant
Antonyms
dull
matte
drab
verb
Definition
To shine with a bright, shimmering, reflected light.
Example
The stars were glittering in the night sky.
Tense Forms
Past: glittered
Past Participle: glittered
Conversation
Did you see the stars last night?
Yeah, they were glittering beautifully in the sky.
I love how they glittering makes everything feel magical.
Root Explanation
Glittering → It is formed from "glitter" (from Middle English *glittren*, meaning to shine or sparkle) and "-ing" (a suffix used to form present participles or gerunds). The word "glittering" describes something that is shining or sparkling with light.
Memory Tip
Think of something that is 'shining' or 'sparkling' — that's what 'glittering' means.
Visually Confused Words
unglittering
wittering
tittering
lettering
guttering
bittering
gittern
glisteringly