glimmer

/ˈɡlɪmər/

Definitions

1. noun

a faint or occasional sparkle or shine

“The firefly’s tiny light was only a glimmer in the dark.”

2. verb

to shine or sparkle faintly or occasionally

“The star glimmered in the night sky.”

3. verb

to shine or sparkle with a faint or occasional light

“The Christmas tree glimmered in the candlelight.”

4. noun

a slight or occasional indication of something

“There was a glimmer of hope in her voice.”

Synonyms

  • glimpse
  • spark
  • twinkle

Antonyms

  • darkness
  • shadow