aglitter

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Word: Aglitter

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: The word "aglitter" describes something that is shining or sparkling with brief flashes of light. It often refers to objects that have a shiny appearance, such as jewels, water, or decorations.

Usage Instructions:

• "Aglitter" is typically used to describe things that reflect light in a way that catches the eye.
• It is more often used in literary or poetic contexts rather than in everyday conversation.

Examples:

1. The lake was aglitter under the bright sun, making it look like a blanket of diamonds.
2. The party decorations were aglitter with colorful lights, creating a festive atmosphere.
3. She wore a dress that was aglitter with sequins, sparkling beautifully as she danced.

Advanced Usage:

• You might encounter "aglitter" in poetry or descriptive writing to evoke a sense of beauty and wonder. For example, "The stars hung aglitter in the night sky, each one a tiny beacon of light."

Word Variants:

• Glitter: A related noun or verb meaning to shine with a bright, shimmering, reflected light.
• Glittering: An adjective that describes something that shines brightly or is very attractive.

Different Meanings:

• While "aglitter" specifically relates to light, "glitter" can also refer to shiny decorations or the act of shining brightly.

Synonyms:

• Sparkling
• Shimmering
• Gleaming
• Scintillating
• Twinkling

Related Idioms:

• "All that glitters is not gold": This idiom means that not everything that looks precious or true turns out to be so; appearances can be deceptive.

Phrasal Verbs:

While there are no direct phrasal verbs associated with "aglitter," the concept of "glittering" can be used in phrases like "glittering with excitement," meaning to show great enthusiasm or joy.

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Adjective

1. having brief brilliant points or flashes of light
   • bugle beads all aglitter
   • glinting eyes
   • glinting water
   • his glittering eyes were cold and malevolent
   • shop window full of glittering Christmas trees
   • glittery costume jewelry
   • scintillant mica
   • the scintillating stars
   • a dress with sparkly sequins
   • `glistering' is an archaic term