Pronunciation: /ˈɡlɪmər/
noun a faint or wavering light
A1 The glimmer of the stars lit up the night sky.
A2 She noticed a faint glimmer of light coming from the abandoned house.
B1 The glimmer of hope kept them going during difficult times.
B2 The glimmer of recognition in his eyes told her he remembered her.
C1 The glimmer of excitement in the air was palpable as they awaited the announcement.
C2 The glimmer of understanding in her eyes showed that she had finally grasped the concept.
verb to shine faintly or unsteadily
A1 The stars glimmered in the night sky.
A2 The candle glimmered softly on the table.
B1 The sun glimmered through the trees as we walked in the forest.
B2 Her eyes glimmered with excitement as she talked about her upcoming trip.
C1 The city skyline glimmered in the distance as we approached in the car.
C2 The diamond necklace glimmered under the lights of the ballroom, catching everyone's attention.
formal The glimmer of hope in her eyes was unmistakable.
informal I caught a glimmer of excitement in his expression.
slang That new song is pure glimmer, it's so catchy!
figurative The glimmer of success on the horizon kept him motivated.
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